Potter & Potter Auctions
Live Auction

The Magic Collection of Jim Rawlins

Fri, Jan 25, 2019 10:30PM EST
Lot 214

Appearing Bird in Cage.

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

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Worthington, Thomas. Appearing Bird in Cage. Circa 1890. Brass wire cage in which birds visibly appear at the magician?s command. Bearing the hallmark of the Circus Museum of Sarasota inside, ?CMS 295.? 12 x 7 x 11?. Several joints separated, small door expertly restored. Good working condition. Owned and used by Baltimore magician and collector Thomas Chew Worthington III.