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Female Circus Performer

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A female Cole Brothers Circus performer is shown in costume, wearing a tall plumed hat, with a tent as a backdrop.

Date Created:
circa 1875-1940

Publication Information

Contributor
Wisconsin Historical Society
Date Created
circa 1875-1940

Physical Description

Format
Image
Extent
1 photograph
Dimensions
21 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0129N2
Legacy ID
WHi 11866

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