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Nikolai Wassiljewittsch Kobelkoff - Freak Show Star
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Nikolai Wassiljewittsch Kobelkoff - Freak Show Star
Kobelkoff, Freak show empresario pictured with his family. Nikolai Wassiljewittsch Kobelkoff (1851 - 1933) was born in Wossnesensk, Siberia, Russia. While exhibiting in Austria in 1875, he met Anna Wilfert, a Viennese woman - their public wedding took place in Budapest the same year and they went on to have six children (pictured). With the money he d accumulated over the years, Kobelkoff was able to buy his own amusement park at Prater, Austrias Coney Island
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In this photograph, Nikolai Wassiljewittsch Kobelkoff, the renowned Russian freak show star and impresario, is seen posing with his family. Born in Wossnesensk, Siberia, Russia, in 1851, Kobelkoff's life took an extraordinary turn when he became a part of the world of exhibitions and sideshows in Austria during the late 19th century. The image portrays Kobelkoff, who was a limbless performer, with his wife Anna Wilfert, a Viennese woman, and their six children. Their public wedding took place in Budapest in the same year they met, 1875. The family's joyful expression and the children's playful demeanor contrast the intriguing and often controversial nature of their father's profession. Despite the challenges and stigma surrounding his disability, Kobelkoff's charisma and entrepreneurial spirit enabled him to amass a fortune throughout his career. With his newfound wealth, he was able to purchase his own amusement park at Prater, Austria's Coney Island, further solidifying his status as a successful showman. This photograph is a rare glimpse into the personal lives of a family that defied societal norms and captivated audiences with their unique talents. The Kobelkoffs' story is a testament to the human spirit, resilience, and the allure of the extraordinary. This image, with its historical significance and emotional depth, is a captivating addition to any collection of vintage photographs or the study of the history of sideshows and freak shows.
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