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May Vernacular Photo History Auction

Wed, May 6, 2026 11:00AM EDT
  2026-05-06 11:00:00 2026-05-06 11:00:00 America/New_York Michael Lehr Michael Lehr : May Vernacular Photo History Auction https://auction.michaellehrantiques.com/auctions/michael-lehr-antiques/may-vernacular-photo-history-auction-22757
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Lot 431

RPPC Conjoined Twins Living Doll Sideshow

Estimate: $100 - $200
Starting Bid
$50

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Real photo postcard sideshow photograph showing conjoined twin performers seated together on a stage or studio platform. A vertical caption along the margin identifies the act as the “Living Doll.”


The twins wear matching dresses and sit closely together in a theatrical setting with dark curtain background. The photograph appears to be a promotional image used for circus or sideshow exhibition.


The front bears the printed text: Vertical caption referencing “The Living Doll.”. The reverse reads: Standard “POST CARD” layout with handwritten note describing the performer. Handwritten inscriptions read: Note referencing age and background of the performer.

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