Charles S. Stratton, a dwarf known as General Tom Thumb, before Europe's monarchs. Wood engraving by E. Evans.
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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
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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."
Reference
Wellcome Collection 2190i
Creator/production credits
Bears indistinct artist's monogram (TS?); engraver's identity is speculative.
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