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Concello's Flying Acts - Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Combined Circus
Concello's Flying Acts - Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Combined Circus

Concello's Flying Acts - Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Combined Circus

Artist (American, 1888 – 1967)
DateJune 23, 1937
Dimensions12 x 20 in. (30.5 x 50.8 cm)
ClassificationsPhotographs
Credit LineTibbals Circus Collection
Object numberht0004874
Edward J. Kelty often traveled to circus lots to photograph groups of performers and staff. These photographs were sometimes used for the show’s press department, but were also sold by Kelty to the individuals in the shot. This photograph is part of a series taken in Bangor, Maine during the show’s stand on June 23, 1937. Arthur Concello, standing fifth from the left, is shown with the performers he trained to performer above the three rings of the Ringling circus. Beside Art is his first wife, Antoinette. Both Art and Antoinette are recognized as being among the greatest talents to perform on the flying trapeze.
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