The Grossman-Nicholson Magic Collection Part 2
Sat, Jun 10, 2017 11:00AM EDT - Sun, Jun 11, 2017 11:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 390
Manuscript Magic Catalog for Swastika Magic Company.
Estimate: $600 - $900
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| $1,000 | $100 |
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Petrie, John. Manuscript Magic Catalog for Swastika Magic Company. New Haven, ca. 1890s and later. Three pieces, including a paper notebook, 8vo, being a draft in Petrie’s hand of the supply catalog, his writing comprising approximately 20 pages, with a hand-drawn pencil logo laid inside an envelope on the inside front cover; an undated 16-page stapled date-book apparently recording his correspondence with various firms and magicians; and a Petrie-Lewis “Ultra” catalog, possibly the company’s own copy, with dozens of instructions to various tricks issued by the firm tucked inside.
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