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The Ricky Jay Collection Part III

Sat, Aug 17, 2024 12:00PM EDT
Lot 26

[ANDERSON]. The Great Wizard’s Handbook of Magic or, Parlou...

Estimate: $400 - $800

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[ANDERSON]. The Great Wizard?s Handbook of Magic or, Parlour Entertainment. Two Editions. Circa 1850. Pamphlets. 4 leaves, p. [1?2] 3?8. First leaves depict Anderson presenting the Inexhaustible Bottle and a rope tying effect. 8vos. Faint spotting to margins. Page edges chipped, marginal toning; very good. Toole Stott 41 and 42.According to Toole Stott these brochures were sold by Anderson after his performances. Variants exist with different woodcuts.