Description: An original press photograph from the archives of the venerable 150 year-old Star Tribune newspaper in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Type & Size: A 9x7.5" original photograph.Condition: Photo from a working archive. May contain notes, marks, labels, clippings, and/or retouching by the staff at the time of publication. May contain issues associated with time, age, and use. Please see images for scans.A group of performers from the Singer Midget circus poses with a large bass viol, showcasing their musical talent and distinctive costumes with sequined outfits and feathered headpieces. This image captures them in a light-hearted moment, likely backstage or during a rehearsal for the Minnesota State Fair, which took place from August 29 to September 7.The Singer Midget circus was a notable attraction of the Royal American Shows during its time. Comprising a troupe of talented little people, they were famed for their singing, dancing, and acrobatic skills. The fair was an annual event that attracted large audiences with its vibrant midway and variety of acts, contributing to the communal and cultural life of Minnesota.Text present on photo:**Front:** None known from the image provided.**Back:** This photo released for publication only when name (Royal) American Shows - Photos by Pasewark Archer-Chat shows used there- 300 6$ 3 5 /. . -Forty of the world’s tiniest singers, dancers and acrobats will be a feature of the Singer Midget circus at the Minnesota State fair, Aug. 29 through Sept. 7. It takes quite a number of these Lilliputians to carry the bass viol which these fellows kick into mighty rhythm in their circus band. They are part of the Royal American Shows on the mammoth Midway.P 512 98 17 BP 12.16- - - The press photo archives contained a mix of silver gelatin and wire photographs from sources such as Associated Press Wirephoto. Generally B&W images with no typed text on them in this archive are silver gelatin images, and photos with typed text are wire photos. All images are vintage and original to their era.
Price: 42 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-12-29T17:08:32.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: fair, state fair, circus, performers, bass viol
Theme: events & festivals, music, people, community life
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 9x7.5 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: No
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
