1908 RPPC Vaudeville Performers Bailey & Austin Jack In The Box The Candy Kid-image
1908 RPPC Vaudeville Performers Bailey & Austin Jack In The Box The Candy Kid-image

1908 RPPC Vaudeville Performers Bailey & Austin Jack In The Box The Candy Kid

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Unit of Sale: Single Unit Country: USA Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919 Continent: North America brand: Bailey Austin Unit Quantity: 1 Subject: Vaudeville Performers Material: Paper Signed: No Region: Massachusetts Brand/Publisher: Bailey Austin Features: Postmarked Postage Condition: Posted Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Unit Type: Unit Year Manufactured: 1908 City: Springfield Era: Divided Back (1907-1915) Number of Items in Set: 1 Type: Real Photo (RPPC) Country of Origin: United States

Description

1908 RPPC Vaudeville Performers Bailey & Austin Jack In The Box The Candy Kid. This captivating real photo postcard (RPPC) from 1908 features the vaudeville or theatrical duo Bailey & Austin, presented as "JACK IN THE BOX" and "THE CANDY KID." The performers are depicted in full costume, complete with distinctive hats, sailor-style collars, and wide-legged pants, exuding the charm and character of early 20th-century entertainment. The photographic quality captures the essence of their stage personas, making this a unique piece of performance history. The postcard's front is emblazoned with the evocative phrase "AT 'THE TOP O'TH'WORLD'", suggesting a high-flying act or a memorable show. Postmarked from Springfield, Massachusetts, in 1908, this card offers a tangible connection to the era of live entertainment and the golden age of postcards. It represents a fascinating glimpse into popular culture and the artistry of stage performance from over a century ago.

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