Edward McKnight Kauffer

The sheet is generally sound, there are some faint creases across the surfaces. Otherwise work is in good overall condition. Held under glass in a plastic frame.With a brown stained mount. Unexamined out of frame.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Barnum & Bailey was an American circus which first toured in 1888, and its star attraction was Jumbo the elephant. In 1907 the Ringling Brothers, tented circus performers of growing renown, purchased the Barnum & Bailey circus. Originally they continued to tour separately until wartime staff and resource shortages necessitated that the two shows officially merged.

Another example of the present work is in the V&A Collection, London.