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Adelaide Herrmann's Electrocution Illusion Photograph.

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Adelaide Herrmann's Electrocution Illusion Photograph.

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Herrmann, Adelaide. Adelaide Herrmann's Electrocution Illusion Photograph. [New York: Repro Photo], ca. 1910. Trimmed photograph (7 ½ x 5") depicting Herrmann seated in an electric chair, enhanced to show sparks flying from her body.

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Adelaide Herrmann's Electrocution Illusion Photograph.

Name: Adelaide Herrmann's Electrocution Illusion Photograph.
SKU: 65804442
Price: 125 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $200

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