Al. G. Field Greater Minstrels Poster

U.S.A, c. 1890

29 x 21 in (74 x 53 cm)

ID #LB20X30TABLE-Z-17

"Wm. O'Brien the Dance Producer."

Original vintage poster advertising Field's minstrel shows. Field's minstrel shows traveled across the country and ultimately made him millions. Minstrelsy was one of the most popular forms of American entertainment in the 19th Century. A shameful yet significant part of this country's past, this poster is a living testament to the long history of racism in American entertainment.

Printer: Otis Lithograph Co. Cleveland, Ohio

Year: c. 1890

Condition: Very good, please note minor restoration along the border

Please note this poster is linen-backed on canvas

250-500 american poster blackface minstrel show minstrelsy original poster size-29x21 vintage poster

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