Phoenix Target and Cage. Hamburg: Carl Willmann [?], ca. 1900. A canary stuffed into the end of a pistol with wide funnel on its barrel is fired at a target across the stage. The target instantly transforms into a large cage with domed roof, inside of which is the canary. This outfit uses no roller blind, and as such is more durable, and perhaps more reliable than other models we have encountered. 8 ? x 9 ? x 9 ?". Paint worn, but good working condition. Scarce. Formerly owned by illusionist John Calvert, and accompanied by a wooden packing case bearing John Calvert?s signed bookplate.