Coleman, Ellen, c1870 - 1960
Dates
- Existence: c1870 - 1960
Parallel Names
- Topsy
Biography
Ellen Coleman aka Topsy was a circus performer and the granddaughter of George Sanger. Ellen's parents were Alexander Coleman aks Little Sandy and Laurina Coleman (nee Sanger). Ellen married Harry Austin, one of the Austin Bothers who were equestrian and clown performers with 'Lord' George Sanger Circus.
Found in 4 Collections and/or Records:
Ellen Coleman and George Austin with Clown Photograph, c1890 - 1910
Photograph of Ellen 'Topsy' Coleman between two circus performers. To the left of Ellen is a clown with bagpipes. To the right is her brother in law George Austin in equestrian costume. The photograph was taken at Lord George Sanger Circus. The clown is possibly Ellen's father Alexander Coleman, known as Little Sandy.
Ellen 'Topsy' Coleman Photograph, c1890 - 1899
Photograph of female equestrian Ellen 'Topsy' Coleman mounted on a horse in front of a circus living wagon.
Portrait of Harry and Ellan Austin Photograph, c1890 - 1909
Photograph showing Ellen Austin standing at the door of her living wagon and her husband Harry sat on the steps. The photograph has 'Harry and Topsy' written at the bottom. Harry Austin, was one of the Austin Brothers equestrian performers.
Sanger Family Group Photograph, c1890 - 1909
Photograph of Kate, Ellen Coleman aka Topsy, Marie Reeve and Mrs Rule. Identified via inscription on the front. Mary Ann Rule was George Sanger's housekeeper, who lived in Finchley with George after his retirement.