Hilton, Daisy & Violet. (1908 - 1969)

Signed Photograph

A rare signed photograph of the famous conjoined twins who toured in the U.S. sideshow and vaudeville circuit in the 1930s. A superb image of the sisters with their saxophones, inscribed: "To Mr. Carl C. Monroe with best wishes Sincerely yours Daisy and Violet Hilton San Antonios' Siamese Twins May 1st 1929." 7.5 x 9.5 inches, in very fine condition. Together with a related newspaper clipping.

Born in England, the Hilton sisters toured first at the age of three as "The United Twins." In 1926 Bob Hope formed an act called the Dancemedians with the Hilton Sisters, and they eventually settled in TX, touring frequently with their dance and jazz (both played sax) routines. In 1932, the twins appeared as themselves in the movie "Freaks," and in 1951 they starred in "Chained for Life," an exploitation film loosely based on their lives. (12050)
Signed Photograph
Jazz