Daredevil Clifford Calverley Tightrope Walker Over Niagara Falls Stereoview For Sale

The product is an antique stereoview & stereoscope featuring an original print of Daredevil Clifford Calverley performing a tight rope walk over Niagara Falls. The image, in black & white, captures the daring feat of the tight rope walker sturdy over the falls. This historical photograph is a unique collectible representing the time period of 1850-1899, showcasing a subject that is not only visually striking but also filled with a sense of adventure and daring.Records are very few pertaining to Clifford Calverly. He came from Clarksburg, Ontario and in 1887 came to Niagara Falls to perform his tight rope act. During his successful crossing he set the speed record for crossing the Gorge, 2 minutes and 32 seconds. Most of the performers averaged around 15 - 20 minutes. During subsequent crossings Calverly skipped rope, hung by one arm, sat on a chair and used a wheelbarrow.