{"product_id":"antique-photo-cole-bros-circus-1946-mother-goose-swan-ride-wichita-ks-4-x-3","title":"Cole Bros Circus 1946 Photo Mother Goose Swan Ride 4 x 3","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"356\"\u003eThis 1946 photograph captures a whimsical Mother Goose swan ride attraction at the Cole Bros Circus in Wichita, Kansas, set against the backdrop of large canvas circus tents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"864\"\u003eCole Bros Circus operated as one of the prominent American touring shows during the mid-twentieth century, traveling with a full complement of tents, wagons, and side attractions. The image shows a small wagon carrying a carved swan figure and a costumed Mother Goose character, likely part of a children’s ride or parade element within the show grounds. Behind the wagon, circus tents rise prominently, and a marked equipment trailer with the number 74 reinforces the operational character of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003eThe photograph measures approximately 4 x 3 inches and presents strong tonal contrast with clear detail across the wagon wheels, sculpted swan wings, and tent lines. Surface wear is minimal and consistent with age. The composition offers documentary value for collectors of Cole Bros Circus material and mid-century American circus history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003eThe item shown in the listing is the exact item the collector will receive. We have tens of thousands of items to choose from. Shipping will always be combined (or refunded) to save you as much money as possible. Please contact us with any questions, or visit our store page for specifics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Everything Ephemera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52871495516344,"sku":"20250602k","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/8740\/6008\/files\/57_188770fc-bded-4a11-85aa-eb2ad65af400.jpg?v=1771636476","url":"https:\/\/everythingephemera.com\/products\/antique-photo-cole-bros-circus-1946-mother-goose-swan-ride-wichita-ks-4-x-3","provider":"Everything Ephemera","version":"1.0","type":"link"}