Step Right Up: Circus and Sideshow Memorabilia
Thu, Sep 3, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 146
Pair of Cristiani Bros. Circus Posters. Circa 1950s.
Estimate: $150 - $250
Sold for
$87.50
Sold Price includes BP
Bid Increments
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| $0 | $5 |
| $30 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Pair of Cristiani Bros. Circus Posters. Circa 1950s. Color lithographs.
1. FREELAND, Forrest Dean (1832-1910). Big Wild Animals. Signed in the print. Features a lion, polar bear, hippo, tiger, rhino, and giraffe. With a poster stamp. Date tag for Philadelphia.
2. Features 2 chariot racers. Advertising "Giant Safari Parading 12 Noon."
Paper. Largest: 30 1/2 x 28".
Condition
Generally marginal tearing, some toning, and creases.
Overall B+/B.
Available payment options
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