Cabinet card photograph depicting Miss Olof Krarer, identified in the printed caption as “The Little Esquimaux Lady.” Krarer is shown standing in a staged Arctic scene wearing a heavy fur parka with pointed hood, holding a slender staff while accompanied by a small dog at her side. The theatrical backdrop depicts ice formations and cavern-like structures, reinforcing the Arctic theme commonly used in late 19th-century exhibition photography.
Printed text beneath the image identifies the performer: “MISS OLOF KRARER. Age, 30 years. Height 40 inches. Weight, 120 lbs.” Such portraits were widely circulated as promotional souvenirs connected with traveling exhibitions and curiosity shows featuring individuals of unusual stature or appearance.
Lower mount imprint reads “Photographed by Bowman, Ottawa, Illinois.” Cabinet card format with printed caption and photographer credit on the mount.
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