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Sat, Apr 8, 2017 11:00AM EDT - Sun, Apr 9, 2017 11:00AM EDT
Lot 40

Lenz’s Fire Demon Fire Eating Kit.

Estimate: $300 - $400

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$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$5,000 $500
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$100,000 $10,000
Lenz’s Fire Demon Fire Eating Kit. London: Max Andrews/Vampire Magic, ca. 1955. A complete fire-eating act as manufactured and sold by Vampire Magic of London on an exclusive/contract basis. Includes fire eating torches, glassware, wicks, and accessories, all housed in a fitted carrying case. Torches can be extended to various lengths. The original contract for “exclusive performance rights” has been pasted inside lid of carrying case. Sold with a quantity of other fire eating torches and a later print of a photograph of the performer who used the set. Shows wear from professional use. Sold as a curiosity and collectible only. Scarce.

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