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Houdini Returns: The Centennial Auction

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Marking 100 years since the death of Harry Houdini, Potter & Potter will present a landmark sale of Houdini memorabilia on October 31, 2026 at the famed Magic Castle in Hollywood, California. The sale brings to the public for the very first time 100 historic items from the collection of Kevin Connolly, many of which were personally owned by Houdini.

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HOUDINI, Harry (Erik Weisz, 1874 - 1926). Harry Houdini's Embroidered Linen Bag.
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HOUDINI, Harry (Erik Weisz, 1874 - 1926). Harry Houdini's Embroidered Linen Bag.

Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
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HOUDINI, Harry (Erik Weisz, 1874 - 1926). Harry Houdini's Embroidered Linen Bag. A white fabric bag owned and used by Houdini to carry his linens while on tour. The white surface has been embroidered by Beatrice Houdini, his wife and co-star, with red thread. A large facsimile of Houdini's signature has also been expertly sewn by Mrs. Houdini in one corner, and the word "LINEN" appears in the bottom center of the bag. Framed under glass, 32 x 23".  

A remarkable personal object from Houdini's life and career that he owned, used, and handled on a daily basis as part of his American tour, and presented to him by his wife, Bess. 

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Old folds and light soiling visible, but overall very good condition, especially so for an object regularly owned and used by Houdini. 

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Owned by Houdini, and accompanied by a COA signed by Houdini's niece, Marie Blood, describing the history and provenance of the linen bag. Passed from Houdini to his niece, and from Marie Blood to the Kevin Connolly collection. 

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