The Collection of Edwin A. Dawes Part III
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Lot 160
ANDERSON, John Henry (1814 – 74). The Great Wizard of the N...
Estimate: $3,000 - $6,000
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ANDERSON, John Henry (1814 ? 74). The Great Wizard of the North! Professor Anderson. New Great National Standard Theatre. [London, ca. 1856]. Letterpress poster in red and black bearing four wood-engraved scenes from the Scottish magician's show including the Inexhaustible Bottle and Magic Portfolio, and advertising the ?Hercules Traction" trick (the Light and Heavy Chest of Robert-Houdin). Also advertised is J.G. Forde, a mimic who imitates ?a Philadelphia Lawyer" in between Anderson's acts. 29 ? x 20 ?". Linen backed. Borders and crossfolds expertly restored. A-/B+. RARE.
