Sadie Collection

Sadie Jerome, actress, theatrical portrait in Gentleman Joe
Sadie Jerome, actress, theatrical studio portrait in role, with parasol. Captioned, Miss Sadie Jerome, in Gentleman Joe, The Prince of Wales's Theatre'

Illustration of the Carmencita blouse or bodice, striped, with puff, leg o mutton sleeves and corseted waist. From a section, Our Ladies Pages: Fashions up to Date'. Date: 1895

Joan Crawford as Sadie Thompson, in Rain, enhanced colour photograph. With description, Joan Crawford got a big break when she was given the part of Sadie Thompson, in "Rain

Fancy dress - young woman dressed as carnival
A young women, by the name of Sadie according to the postcard, is dressed as Carnival with a fancy dress featuring rosettes, a mask and hat. Date: 1918

CHILD LABOR, 1908. Sadie Pfeifer, 48 inches tall, age not known. She is one of many children at work in the Lancaster Cotton Mills. Oil over a photograph, November 1908, by Lewis W. Hine

Sadie Pfeiffer, Spinner in Cotton Mill, North Carolina; Lewis W. Hine, American, 1874 - 1940; North Carolina, United States

CHILD LABOR, 1908. Sadie Pfeifer, 48 inches tall, age not known. She is one of many children at work in the Lancaster Cotton Mills. Photographed in 1908 by Lewis W. Hine

HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908. Ten year old Sadie Feifer working in a North Carolina cotton mill. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1908

Wee sma hours. Chromolithograph by Sadie Wendell Mitchell, c1909
POSTER: WOMEN, c1909. Wee sma hours. Chromolithograph by Sadie Wendell Mitchell, c1909

Dig. Chromolithograph by Sadie Wendell Mitchell, c1909
POSTER: WOMAN, c1909. Dig. Chromolithograph by Sadie Wendell Mitchell, c1909

GLORIA SWANSON (1897-1983). American film actress. With director Raoul Walsh on the set of the silent film Sadie Thompson, 1928, after Somerset Maughams play Rain

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"Sadie: A Tale of Strength, Resilience, and Transformation" Step right up and behold the mesmerizing Sadie, The Leopard Woman. This captivating sideshow poster by Snap Wyatt transports us back to the enchanting world of 1965. But Sadie is not just a fictional character; she embodies the spirit of real-life individuals who have left their mark on history. Take Sadie Jerome, an actress whose theatrical portrait in Gentleman Joe captures her undeniable talent and charisma. Intriguingly, we also encounter the alluring Carmencita blouse or bodice through an exquisite illustration. It reminds us that fashion has always been a powerful form of self-expression. Speaking of iconic roles, Joan Crawford's portrayal as Sadie Thompson in "Rain" propelled her career to new heights. This enhanced color photograph showcases Crawford's immense talent and dedication to her craft. Meanwhile, a young woman dressed as carnival reveals how Sadie transcends time and becomes synonymous with fancy dress festivities. Her allure knows no bounds. Yet amidst the glamour lies a darker reality – child labor. Meet little Sadie Pfeifer from 1908, standing at only 48 inches tall but forced into grueling work in a North Carolina cotton mill. Her story serves as a reminder of the hardships endured by countless children during that era. Fortunately, artists like Sadie Wendell Mitchell shed light on these injustices through their poignant artwork. Chromolithographs such as "Wee sma hours" and "Dig" evoke emotions within us while urging society to address these pressing issues. Even Hollywood recognized the power behind this name when Gloria Swanson starred in "Sadie Thompson, " based on Somerset Maugham's play Rain. Swanson's collaboration with director Raoul Walsh brought this compelling tale to life on silent film screens in 1928. Through triumphs and tribulations alike, one thing remains clear – Sadie represents resilience, strength, and the ability to transform.