Carnival Girls c. 1900

"Carnival Girls" is an anonymous cyanotype photograph dating back to around 1900. The image captures four young girls posed in front of a large, weathered billboard advertising a "Wild West" show. The girls are dressed in various costumes and are positioned in a row, creating a sense of formal portraiture. Their faces are not visible, yet their postures suggest a sense of innocence and playfulness, contrasting with the bold, graphic imagery of the billboard behind them. The cyanotype process, known for its distinctive blue tones, adds a layer of nostalgia to this snapshot of a bygone era.