The Magic Collection of Jim Rawlins
Fri, Jan 25, 2019 10:30PM EST
Lot 157
Nicoli and Nicola?s Obedient Ball.
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $30 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
The Great Nicoli (John Nicol). Nicoli and Nicola?s Obedient Ball. Circa 1890. Large metal ball rises resting on a metal stand rises and falls of its own accord, in response to commands of the magician. A large example; stand 32? high. Owned and used by The Great Nicoli, and later by his son Nicola.With a handwritten note in Leola Lawain?s hand describing the provenance and working of the ball.
