Charles S. Stratton, a dwarf known as General Tom Thumb, before Europe's monarchs. Wood engraving by E. Evans.

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2190i
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Description

For sitter see: C.J.S. Thompson, 'The mystery and lore of monsters', London 1930; L. Fiedler, 'Freaks', New York 1978; R.D. Altick, 'The shows of London', Cambridge (Mass.) and London 1978.

Physical description

1 print on blue paper : wood engraving

Lettering

As he appeared before the principal crowned heads of Europe. TS ; E. Evans

Notes

With another engraving on reverse: "General Tom Thumb's coach and ponies."

Creator/production credits

Bears indistinct artist's monogram (TS?); engraver's identity is speculative.

Reference

Wellcome Collection 2190i

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