Original 1973 Playboy Magazine Page – Tina of the Tanbark (Circus Feature)

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Authentic single page from a 1973 Playboy magazine featuring Tina of the Tanbark, a famed circus performer photographed in a dramatic big-top scene with elephants. This iconic image blends 1970s glamour, circus history, and classic Playboy editorial photography.

This is not a modern reproduction. It is an original page carefully removed from a vintage Playboy issue and professionally matted and framed.

Details

• Publication: Playboy Magazine (1973)

• Feature: Tina of the Tanbark

• Photographer: Alexis Urba

• Image style: Circus, big top, elephants, showgirl glamour

• Type: Original magazine page (not a reprint)

• Matted and framed under glass

Condition

• good vintage condition overall

• Small crease visible on the print, shown clearly in the final photo

• Normal light handling marks consistent with age

• Frame shows attractive vintage patina and wear

Approximate Frame Size

Based on the photos, the frame measures approximately 16 × 16 inches (square format) with a white mat surrounding the image.

Why Collectors Want This

• Tina of the Tanbark is a rare and highly collectible Playboy circus feature

• Classic 1970s Playboy editorial photography

• Circus and sideshow imagery has strong crossover appeal with pop-culture collectors

• Ready to display as wall art

Perfect for collectors of vintage Playboy, circus art, sideshow history, burlesque, or retro pin-up photography.

The item you receive is the exact one shown in the photos.