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Paul Drummond
Owner of the Pleasures of Past Times memorabilia and ephemera shop who supplied the Kitty Lord postcard collection and recounted how the material was found and its provenance.
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A British Burlesque Artist in Belle Époque Cairo
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In this captivating discussion, historian Gwendolyn Collaço shares her serendipitous discovery of a postcard collection belonging to British burlesque artist Miss Kitty Lord. She uncovers details about Kitty's flamboyant life in early 20th-century Cairo, highlighted by romantic correspondences with a local architect. Andras Riedlmayer provides insights on archival context, while memorabilia expert Paul Drummond recounts the fascinating provenance of the postcards. Together, they explore themes of theatricality, cultural exchanges, and the vibrant society of Belle Époque Cairo.
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