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Portrait of Nora Hilderbrandt the tattooed woman, c. 1896 (b / w photo)
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Portrait of Nora Hilderbrandt the tattooed woman, c. 1896 (b / w photo)
1126609 Portrait of Nora Hilderbrandt the tattooed woman, c.1896 (b/w photo) by Eisenmann, Charles (1855 - 1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nora Hildebrandt, (sometimes recorded as " Hilderbrandt" ) (1857-93) was the first tattooed lady to appear in the United States. Although born in London, moved to New York with her father. Nora was tattooed by her father Martin Hildebrandt and told a tale onstage similar to those used by tattooed men like Constantine. Nora claimed that her father tattooed her while they were held captive by Sitting Bull, at the chiefs command.
); Prismatic Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22211092
© Prismatic Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Cabinet Card Cabinet Photo Circus Collectable Exhibit Freak Freak Show Image Inked Nora Pearl Pearls Performer Sepia Sideshow Tattoo Tattooed Tattoos Unusual Barnum And Bailey Hildebrandt
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This print showcases the enigmatic Portrait of Nora Hilderbrandt, the tattooed woman, taken around 1896. Nora Hildebrandt, also known as "Hilderbrandt" was a trailblazer in the United States as she became the first tattooed lady to grace its stages. Born in London but later relocating to New York with her father, Nora's body art was crafted by none other than her own father, Martin Hildebrandt. Onstage, Nora would mesmerize audiences with tales reminiscent of those shared by tattooed men like Constantine. One particularly intriguing story claimed that her tattoos were inked while they were held captive by Sitting Bull at his command. This added an aura of mystique to her already remarkable appearance. In this photograph, Nora stands confidently wearing a Victorian dress adorned with pearls and a stylish hat. Her full-length portrait allows us to appreciate not only the intricate details of her tattoos but also her poise and elegance. Nora's image became synonymous with circus sideshows and freak shows during that era. She quickly gained fame for being an extraordinary performer whose unique exhibition attracted collectors from all over America. This rare cabinet card photograph captures a moment frozen in time - an emblematic symbol of American history and cultural curiosity surrounding individuals who defied societal norms through their unconventional appearances.
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