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Fortune Teller

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A studio portrait of two women sitting at a table in front of a painted backdrop. One of the women is dressed as a fortune teller and holds round cards. The other woman is wearing a bonnet and holding an American flag. It appears the woman is having her fortune told.

Creator:
Van Schaick, Charles

Publication Information

Creator Van Schaick, Charles

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 18 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Charles Van Schaick photographs and negatives, circa 1880-circa 1940
Call Number (V22)1475

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W0127K9
Legacy ID
WHi 57661

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