March 2026 Unreserved Photo Auction — Curiosities, Performers & Vernacular Photography
Sat, Mar 28, 2026 01:00PM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 247
RPPC “Johnnie Green” in Hobo Costume
Estimate: $50 - $400
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 |
Real photo postcard portrait of an unidentified man in theatrical or costume dress, posed holding a small cup and saucer. The front is titled “JOHNNIE GREEN.”
The figure wears a brimmed cap and layered costume with a light jacket over darker garments. His face is made up and he stands against a painted studio backdrop. The pose is staged and the title suggests a named character or act rather than an identified individual.
The front bears the printed text: JOHNNIE GREEN. The reverse reads: CORRESPONDENCE. ADDRESS ONLY. Handwritten inscriptions read: (handwritten message present; partly legible) Dear Mr Greene, Many thanks for your kind letter. I am sorry I cannot come on Saturday … I will do my best to come & see you … Hope all is well ….
The figure wears a brimmed cap and layered costume with a light jacket over darker garments. His face is made up and he stands against a painted studio backdrop. The pose is staged and the title suggests a named character or act rather than an identified individual.
The front bears the printed text: JOHNNIE GREEN. The reverse reads: CORRESPONDENCE. ADDRESS ONLY. Handwritten inscriptions read: (handwritten message present; partly legible) Dear Mr Greene, Many thanks for your kind letter. I am sorry I cannot come on Saturday … I will do my best to come & see you … Hope all is well ….
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