Walter S. Elliott collection of hand-decorated album leaves of theatrical performers, 1910-1915.

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Elliott, Walter S.,. Walter S. Elliott collection of hand-decorated album leaves of theatrical performers, 1910-1915.

Walter S. Elliott collection of hand-decorated album leaves of theatrical performers, 1910-1915.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/702921937

93 pages, in ink, watercolor and photographs. Items were made and collected by Walter Elliott. Each leaf contains a photograph of an American or European performer or manager, surrounded by hand-drawn illustrations (perhaps by Mrs. Walter S. Elliott), and an autograph manuscript inscription to Mr. and Mrs. Elliott from the performer. Some pages reflect characteristics of the specialty act or the show in which the subject appeared, others reflect nationality or are primarily decorative. Each page is signed and typically includes inscriptions from performers who specialized in a variety of types of popular entertainment including: circus performers, strong men, ventriloquists, animal trainers, wild west acts, clowns, minstrel entertainers, singers, instrumentalists, and actors.

1 box (.25 linear ft.)

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