The Golden Age of Magic Posters • The Nielsen Collection Part II
Sat, Feb 4, 2017 11:00AM EST - Sun, Feb 5, 2017 11:00AM EST
Live Auction
Lot 104
HOUDINI, HARRY (EHRICH WEISS). Houdini. King of Cards.
Estimate: $12,000 - $15,000
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Chicago: National Printing and Engraving, ca. 1898. Half-sheet color lithographed poster used by Houdini as a young circus and dime museum performer, with a bust portrait of the young magician at the center, and vignettes depicting his digital dexterity with a deck of cards above and below. Includes letter from Houdini’s nephew stating that the poster was gifted to him by Mrs. Houdini. 20 x 27". Repaired tears; minor paper loss in bottom margin restored; scattered minor over-coloring. A-.
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