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Emma Abbott

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Vignetted quarter-length semi-profile carte-de-visite portrait of opera singer Emma Abbott as a youth. Caption reads: "To my darling little mother."

Date Created:
circa 1860-1869
Creator:
J. O'Neil

Publication Information

Creator J. O'Neil
Date Created circa 1860-1869

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 7 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Call Number NF Abbott, Emma (Actress)

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W01384Q
Legacy ID
WHi 151508

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