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Up for sale is a fascinating, original antique snapshot dating exactly to June 1928, as handwritten on the reverse side.
The image depicts an individual standing in a garden wearing an exceptionally detailed, handmade crepe paper bird costume. The costume features layers of hand-cut "feathers" covering the full outfit, complete with an attached stylized bird headpiece or beak hood. In the 1920s, Dennison and other paper companies popularized DIY crepe paper costumes for pageants, plays, and fancy dress parties, making this a wonderful slice of folk Americana.Back Markings:
• Handwritten in ink: "June - 1928" and "Niagara NY".
• Stamped in ink: "Niagara Photo Finishing Co."Condition:
Good vintage condition with typical signs of age. The photo has a slight natural curl typical of old photographic paper. No major tears, deep creases, or heavy staining affecting the subject. Image sharpness and exposure are clear for a snapshot of this era. Please review the included high-resolution photos with the measuring grid for exact cosmetic condition and dimensions.
Perfect addition for collectors of vintage Halloween, theatrical oddities, early 20th-century paper craft history, or local Niagara, NY ephemera!
