Rare Antique Early 20th Century Miniature Jacket Tailored For A Performing Circus Monkey
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A Rare Antique Early 20th Century Miniature Jacket Tailored For A Performing Circus Monkey.
The jacket mimics 18th century aristocratic fashion, a popular aesthetic in early 20th century circuses and vaudeville acts.
These garments were often custom made for trained monkeys that performed in traveling circuses, vaudeville shows, or even as street performers. Such elaborate clothing helped anthropomorphise the animals for comedic or theatrical effect.
I’m told that this came from a private collection of circus memorabilia that was auctioned off a year or so ago.
It would look wonderful on a display stand or even displayed in a box frame.
On that note, I should add that the head and stand are not included as n this sale.
Condition is decent, commensurate with age and use. Some moth holes and discolouration. There is no live larvae, so don’t worry. Natural fabric degradation, signs of hand finishing, and oxidation on metallic threads, which only support an early 20th century timeframe.
Measures 30cm in length
Weighs 80 grams