Markswoman Collection

ANNIE OAKLEY (1860-1926). Oil over a photograph, 1899

A Days Sport
OJ26314 A Days Sport by Cornaro, V.; Private Collection; © Ackermann Johnson

Poster for Buffalo Bills (1846-1917) Wild West Show
PNP247805 Poster for Buffalo Bills (1846-1917) Wild West Show, featuring Annie Oakley (1860-1926) and Johnnie Baker the Cowboy Kid, 1898 (litho) by American School

Annie Oakley (1860-1926) (b / w photo)
PNP247804 Annie Oakley (1860-1926) (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: appeared in Buffalo Bills Wild West Show;)

Annie Oakleys (1860-1926) Remington rifle (b / w photo)
PNP247802 Annie Oakleys (1860-1926) Remington rifle (b/w photo) by American Photographer; Private Collection; (add.info.: used in Buffalo Bills Wild West Show;)

Annie Oakley, c. 1897-1926 (b / w photo)
DPL415407 Annie Oakley, c.1897-1926 (b/w photo) by Barry, David Frances (1854-1934); Denver Public Library, Western History Collection; (add.info)

Annie Oakley, 1892 (b / w photo)
DPL415451 Annie Oakley, 1892 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Denver Public Library, Western History Collection; (add.info.: Annie Oakley (1860-1926) American sharpshooter

Annie Oakley and her sister (b / w photo)
STC306730 Annie Oakley and her sister (b/w photo) by American Photographer; Private Collection; (add.info.: Annie Oakley (1860-1926), left; ); The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

Poster advertising Annie Oakley featuring in Buffalo Bill
PNP243589 Poster advertising Annie Oakley featuring in Buffalo Bills Wild West Show (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

May Lillie (b / w photo)
PNP247852 May Lillie (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: married to General Gordon Pawnee Bill Lillie; born May Mannering)

Annie Oakley (1860-1926) (b / w photo)
PNP247803 Annie Oakley (1860-1926) (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: star of Buffalo Bills Wild West Show;)

Poster for Buffalo Bills (1846-1917) Wild West Show
PNP247800 Poster for Buffalo Bills (1846-1917) Wild West Show, featuring Annie Oakley (1860-1926) c.1899 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Congress)

Annie Oakley, 1860 - 1926. American sharpshooter and exhibition shooter

ANNIE OAKLEY (1860-1926). American markswoman: photograph, c1890

ANNIE OAKLEY (1860-1926). American markswoman. Photographed in 1899

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Annie Oakley, the legendary markswoman of her time, captivated audiences with her incredible talent and fearless spirit. Born in 1860, she became an American icon known for her exceptional skills with a Remington rifle. In 1899, a captivating oil painting was created over a photograph of Annie Oakley, showcasing her beauty and strength. Annie's fame soared as she joined Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show, where she wowed crowds with her precision shooting. A poster advertising the show featuring Annie Oakley herself became a symbol of excitement and adventure. In black and white photographs from various years, we see Annie Oakley in different stages of her life. From c. 1897 to 1926, these images capture the essence of this remarkable woman who defied societal expectations and pursued her passion fearlessly. One particular photo shows Annie alongside her sister - both women embodying determination and resilience. Another image features May Lillie, another talented performer who shared the stage with Annie during their time at Buffalo Bill's show. Annie Oakley left an indelible mark on history as one of America's most celebrated female pioneers. Her legacy lives on through these photographs that immortalize moments from her extraordinary life.