May Vernacular Photo History Auction
Wed, May 6, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 393
Little Person in Uniform – E. L. Eaton, Omaha, Neb., 1884
Estimate: $100 - $200
Starting Bid
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $100 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,500 |
Albumen cabinet card portrait depicting a little person standing beside an oversized upholstered rocking chair in a formal studio interior. The subject wears a double-breasted uniform coat with brass buttons, peaked cap with insignia, and holds a cane. The deliberate scale contrast between subject and chair emphasizes stature.
Reverse bears full printed imprint: “E. L. Eaton, Photographic Gallery, Established 1857… Received First Premium for Best Work… Omaha, Neb. 1884.” Decorative award medallions printed at center. No identifying inscription visible on front.
A documented Omaha cabinet card from 1884 featuring a little person (period terminology: dwarf) posed in military-style attire. Strong Western exhibition, curiosity, and sideshow-era photography association with clearly dated studio imprint.
Reverse bears full printed imprint: “E. L. Eaton, Photographic Gallery, Established 1857… Received First Premium for Best Work… Omaha, Neb. 1884.” Decorative award medallions printed at center. No identifying inscription visible on front.
A documented Omaha cabinet card from 1884 featuring a little person (period terminology: dwarf) posed in military-style attire. Strong Western exhibition, curiosity, and sideshow-era photography association with clearly dated studio imprint.
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