Cabinet Card Photo of Francisco Lentini the Three-legged Wonder

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Posted by Oldness
13 years ago
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Description After lots of researching, I believe this is a cabinet card photograph of Francesco Lentini (Francisco, Frank) the Three-legged wonder. Underneath the picture it says: The Edena Studio- Chas.E.Ridenour- Edena Carbona Finish- Ridenour Process- 915 Arch Street Phila. Pa. There is nothing stamped or written on the back of the card. I haven't been able to find anything out about this photo and haven't seen another one like it on the internet. In fact, I couldn't find a lot of photos of this man even though, from what his biographies claimed, he was one of the most well-known sideshow characters. I would love to know more about this photo if anyone has any information or knowledge, and possibly a value. I am sure it is original. There were other circus related photographs in the box as well, a few were Charles Eisenmann. I look forward to hearing some responses. :)
Category Other
Medium Card Stock
Distinguishing marks The Edena Studio, Chas.E.Ridenour
Condition Good
Size and dimensions of this item 4 1/2" W and 6 1/2" H
Date Period Late 1800s to Early 1900s
History Found in attic in a box of my great-grandmother's photos and paper belongings. The box had not been touched in eons.
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Submitted by edelenll

You are correct that this photo is Frank Lentini. I estimate the photo is from early 1907- 1905 when he was in his late teens or early twenties. I have not seen this particular card before, and I have seen many of Frank's cards. I cannot speak to the card's value, however, there are similar cards on eBay where the asking price ranges from $90-$400 (but those cards haven't actually sold).
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