Chas F. Meier, St Louis Mo
1880s
Height 6 1/2” Width 4 1/2”
Provenance: Private Chicago collection
Admiral Dot was the stage name of Leopold S. Kahn (1859 or 1863–1918), a dwarf performer best known for his work with P.T. Barnum's circus in the late 19th century. Born in San Francisco, he was discovered by Barnum and given the name Admiral Dot, billed as the "Eldorado Elf". He toured with Barnum for many years before retiring to White Plains, New York, where he owned a hotel.
Chas F. Meier, St Louis Mo
1880s
Height 6 1/2” Width 4 1/2”
Provenance: Private Chicago collection
Admiral Dot was the stage name of Leopold S. Kahn (1859 or 1863–1918), a dwarf performer best known for his work with P.T. Barnum's circus in the late 19th century. Born in San Francisco, he was discovered by Barnum and given the name Admiral Dot, billed as the "Eldorado Elf". He toured with Barnum for many years before retiring to White Plains, New York, where he owned a hotel.
