Sleight of Hand - The Jeff Busby Collection
Sat, Aug 19, 2017 11:00AM EDT - Sun, Aug 20, 2017 11:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 99
Archive of Herbert Hood Magic Correspondence.
Estimate: $400 - $500
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Hood, Herbert. Archive of Herbert Hood Magic Correspondence. Written to Faucett Ross and spanning roughly the mid-1930s to 1941, Hood, an amateur magician and accomplished professional musician, primarily discusses gossip, feeding Ross details and insight regarding the New York magic scene, reviewing shows, describing activity in magic shops of the day as well as new products (Holden, Abbott, etc.). Most letters discuss the programs and doings of various performers (Paul Rosini, Glen Pope, Tarbell, Howard Brooks, Vernon ["had a session with Dai last night at Margules' apartment"], Al Baker, and dozens more), and many include ideas, diagrams, and methods for tricks. A fascinating first-person record of a golden era of the New York magic scene. Over 150 pages, handwritten on 4to letterheads, some with original mailing covers, neatly organized.
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