[EGYPTIAN HALL]. Egyptian Hall Ephemera and Photographs. London, ca. 1812-1905. A fascinating assemblage of printed and photographic material documenting the history of London's famed Egyptian Hall, long celebrated as ?England's Home of Mystery." The red binder includes a wide range of scarce ephemera: hand-colored engravings depicting the exterior of the Hall from multiple perspectives, period photographs and postcards capturing interior architectural details, including views of the stage, an early movie projector, and seating arrangements. Contemporary and photocopied news clippings, programs, advertisements, and other printed material is also included, chronicling the venue's diverse history as a site for public exhibitions, entertainment, and?most notably?magic performances. Largest 10 x 8".