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The Ricky Jay Collection Part II

Sat, Oct 28, 2023 12:00PM EDT
Lot 286

THUMB, Tom (Charles Stratton, 1838 – 83). The Splendid Equi...

Estimate: $400 - $800

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THUMB, Tom (Charles Stratton, 1838?83).?THE SPLENDID EQUIPAGE OF GENERAL TOM THUMB.?[London, ca. 1850]. Delicately hand-colored etching of the famous American dwarf in the miniature coach ?built by Mr. J. Beaton No. 16 Denmark St. Soho.? According to the caption, the carriage was some 3? 6?" high. 11? ? 16?". A fine and bright image. RARE.