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Sat, Nov 18, 2017 11:00AM EST - Sun, Nov 19, 2017 11:00AM EST
Lot 379

Royal Aquarium Daily Program.

Estimate: $300 - $400

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Royal Aquarium Daily Program. London: W. Aubert, Publisher, ca. 1884. Letterpress program for the Royal Aquarium, Westminster, printed on paper adorned with frogs and other details. Features “Farini’s Earthmen” described as “Men, Women and Children Pygmies or Dwarf Races,” brought from the interior of South Africa. Many other acts are detailed. 12 ¾ x 9 ½”. Together with 1883 letter regarding booking Adonis, the African Midget, later to appear at the Royal Aquarium. Program mounted on paper. Good.

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