April 7, 2025
Rare Circus Print of O'Brien The Irish Giant, 1800s, Sideshow Freak, Tallest Man
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This auction is for a rare nineteenth century print (probably an engraving) of Patrick Cotter O'Brien (1760-1806) or Cork Island. He was purportedly over 8 feet tall and billed himself as the Irish Giant or Bristol Giant. The print is in an older frame behind glass. It measures approximately 10 1/2 x 8 inches. The bottom is marked "I-Kay 1806" It is on woven paper. Purchased from Nathan Liverant & Son antiques in Colchester, CT It is in overall good condition. Please see photographs for details, and let me know if you have any questions.
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