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The Golden Age of Magic Posters: Nielsen Collection Pt. 1

Sat, Jun 25, 2016 11:00AM EDT - Sun, Jun 26, 2016 11:00AM EDT
Lot 218

Roland (Eduard Krause). The Great Roland.

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

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Roland (Eduard Krause). The Great Roland. Prague: V. Neubert, ca. 1912. Full-length portrait poster of the Czech magician in white tie and tails, arms crossed over his chest. The background is filled with a blend of bright reds and yellows. 27 ½ x 78". Over-coloring in margins and scattered throughout image; B+. Uncommon. Often compared to the famous illusionist Horace Goldin, Roland retired from the stage after the first World War and returned to his hometown, Prague, where he worked as a dentist for the rest of his life.

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