General Tom Thumb Collection

General Tom Thumb, 19th century (1955). General Tom Thumb was the stage name of Charles Sherwood Stratton (1838-1883), an American celebrity who stopped growing normally when a child

Charless Stratton, known as General Tom Thumb, The Smallest Man Alive (b / w photo)
3656544 Charless Stratton, known as General Tom Thumb, The Smallest Man Alive (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charless Stratton)

Wedding photograph of Charles Sherwood Stratton, American entertainer known as General Tom Thumb, and his wife
6030644 Wedding photograph of Charles Sherwood Stratton, American entertainer known as General Tom Thumb, and his wife, Lavinia Warren

General Tom Thumb, as Frederick the Great (engraving)
1101617 General Tom Thumb, as Frederick the Great (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General Tom Thumb, as Frederick the Great)

The pigmies of Piccadilly: Lucia Zarath and General Mite with the exhibitor (engraving)
608609 The pigmies of Piccadilly: Lucia Zarath and General Mite with the exhibitor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The pigmies of Piccadilly)

Advertisement for a performance by General Tom Thumb, Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly, London (litho)
3639334 Advertisement for a performance by General Tom Thumb, Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly, London (litho) by English School

General Tom Thumb (engraving)
560183 General Tom Thumb (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General Tom Thumb.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Advertisement for Giants and Midgets (engraving)
614340 Advertisement for Giants and Midgets (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement for Giants and Midgets, by Mr Francis M Uffner)

Charles Sherwood Stratton, better known as General Tom Thumb (chromolitho)
2788777 Charles Sherwood Stratton, better known as General Tom Thumb (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Sherwood Stratton)

The Fairy Wedding group; General Tom Thumb (photo)
608678 The Fairy Wedding group; General Tom Thumb (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

General Tom Thumb and his wife (photo)
585851 General Tom Thumb and his wife (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General Tom Thumb and his wife; photograph)

The departure of General Tom Thumb (engraving)
585849 The departure of General Tom Thumb (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The departure of General Tom Thumb; from Pictorial Times)

General Tom Thumb (engraving)
560187 General Tom Thumb (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General Tom Thumb.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

General Tom Thumb in his Carriage (coloured engraving)
558206 General Tom Thumb in his Carriage (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

"General Tom Thumb s"Carriage (engraving)
1625076 " General Tom Thumb s" Carriage (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " General Tom Thumb s" Carriage)

Carte-de-visite portrait of Tom Thumb and Lavinia Warren, 1880-1883. Creator: Unknown
Carte-de-visite of Tom Thumb and Lavinia Warren shown in full portrait. Both are standing and facing slightly toward each other looking off frame

General Tom Thumbs carriage, 1844. Creator: Unknown
General Tom Thumbs carriage, 1844. Coach and horses belonging to American circus performer Charles Sherwood Stratton, better known by his stage name of General Tom Thumb. Phineas T

Tom Thumb (Charles Sherwood Stratton), ca. 1848. Creator: Unknown
Tom Thumb (Charles Sherwood Stratton), ca. 1848

Tom Thumb, 1942. Artist: Day & Haghe
Tom Thumb, 1942. From Fairs, Circuses and Music Halls, by M. Wilson Disher. [Collins, London, 1942]

General Tom Thumb, c1840s. General Tom Thumb was the stage name of Charles Sherwood Stratton (1838-1883), an American celebrity who stopped growing normally when a child

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General Tom Thumb, also known as Charles Stratton, was a remarkable figure in the 19th century. Standing at just over two feet tall, he captivated audiences around the world with his extraordinary performances and unique charm. Born in 1838, General Tom Thumb quickly rose to fame as "The Smallest Man Alive. " His black and white photograph from 1955 showcases his diminutive stature but larger-than-life personality, and is a testament to his enduring legacy that continues to fascinate us today. In 1863, General Tom Thumb tied the knot with Lavinia Warren in a wedding that captured the world's attention. The black and white wedding photograph immortalizes this historic event, showcasing their love against all odds. Their union symbolized hope and triumph over adversity. Not only did General Tom Thumb entertain crowds as himself, but he also portrayed other historical figures such as Frederick the Great. An engraving of him dressed as this renowned king demonstrates his versatility and ability to transport audiences into different eras. One intriguing aspect of General Tom Thumb's career was his association with other individuals of small stature. An engraving titled "The pigmies of Piccadilly" depicts Lucia Zarath alongside General Mite and their exhibitor. This image highlights how they were viewed by society during that time period. Advertisements played an essential role in promoting General Tom Thumb's performances across various venues like Egyptian Hall in Piccadilly, London. A lithograph advertisement captures the anticipation surrounding these shows while emphasizing their uniqueness and allure. Engravings further perpetuated General Tom Thumb's fame by capturing his likeness for wider distribution among fans worldwide. These engravings allowed people who couldn't attend live performances to have a glimpse into his captivating world. Charles Sherwood Stratton will forever be remembered under his stage name: General Tom Thumb. A chromolithograph portrait showcases him looking dapper while embodying both elegance and charisma.