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Magic Collection of Rudiger Deutsch: Part II

Sat, Oct 31, 2020 12:00PM EDT
Lot 367

Bellachini. Hofk?nstler Bellachini Theater. Illusion. Magie...

Estimate: $800 - $1,500

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Bellachini. Hofk?nstler Bellachini Theater. Illusion. Magie. Hamburg: Adolph Friedlander, 1914. Attractive lithograph bears scenes from Bellachini?s magic show, including his trunk and milk can escape, flower production, levitation, spirit cabinet, and more. Medallion portraits of the magician and (presumably) the theater manager flank the scene. 27 ? x 38". Old paper backing, with significant wear and chips and toning; B-. Sold as-is. Uncommon. Rudiger Deustch used the stage name of Bellachini, and displayed this poster at the top of the stairs leading to his attic filled with the vintage magic apparatus he designed, restored, collected, and used in his act.