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Lot 443
Pair of Stereoviews of a Barrel going over Niagara Falls. 1901.
Estimate: $200 - $400
Sold for
$125
Sold Price includes BP
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Pair of Stereoviews of a Barrel going over Niagara Falls. 1901. Label adhered to verso reads "Entered Barrel 1 1/2 miles above Falls. Was in Barrel 1 hour and 15 minutes. Had 32 lbs. air in Barrel. Drop over Falls 165 feet. Rescued 600 yds. below Falls at Bass Rock on the Canadian side. Weight on foot of barrel 100 lbs. Trip made Oc***901 [paper torn]." Inscription suggests this marks Annie Edson Taylor's successful barrel ride over the falls, making her the first survivor of the stunt.
Each 3 1/2 x 7".
Condition
Minor creasing, abrasions, and wear. One with tear to cardstock.
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