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Millie Betra "Serpent Queen" Snake Handler Cabinet

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Millie Betra "Serpent Queen" Snake Handler Cabinet

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Millie Betra "Serpent Queen" Snake Handler Cabinet Photo and Calling Card. New York, 1890s. Two pieces, both listing her with the Ringling Brothers circus, including a sepia print portrait by Wendt, depicting the performer in full-length pose with a cape (6 1/2 x 4 1/4"); and a pictorial calling card on pale green cardstock, depicted with a snake (2 x 3 1/2").

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Millie Betra "Serpent Queen" Snake Handler Cabinet

Name: Millie Betra \"Serpent Queen\" Snake Handler Cabinet
SKU: 57022422
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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