Lot Essay
These outfits were worn by Mrs Frank Godfrey of Mitcham who was a star in the circus world. Press cuttings are included in the lot.
Details
Circus costume
for an equestrienne, some of brightly-coloured satin with velvet trimmings, gold braid and brass buttons, including clown's outfits, party-coloured outfits, dresses, a horse blanket and shoes -- late 19th century, in domed trunk with fitted lid and embossed metal fittings
for an equestrienne, some of brightly-coloured satin with velvet trimmings, gold braid and brass buttons, including clown's outfits, party-coloured outfits, dresses, a horse blanket and shoes -- late 19th century, in domed trunk with fitted lid and embossed metal fittings