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The Golden Age of Magic Posters: Nielsen Collection Pt. 1

Sat, Jun 25, 2016 11:00AM EDT - Sun, Jun 26, 2016 11:00AM EDT
Lot 38

Chaffee, Prof. Prof. Chaffee / Cadwell Broadside.

Estimate: $400 - $600

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Chaffee, Prof. Prof. Chaffee / Cadwell Broadside. Boston: F.A. Searle Steam Job Printer, 1860. Attractive letterpress broadside depicts Chaffee and his partner, the “Mesmeric Illusionist” (Hypnotist) Caldwell, on a “mixed bill” including clairvoyance, tight rope walking, automaton or wax figures, song and dance by the “miniature comedian Little Commodore Mills,” and countless other unusual entertainments. 9 ½ x 25". Old folds, minor restoration at right margin. A-.

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