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Modern Magic Masters

Sat, Aug 15, 2026 11:00AM EDT
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This auction features relics, posters, books, and props from the shows, collections and workshops of modern magic masters. Included are items owned or used by The Amazing Johnathan, Johnny Thompson, and Tom Mullica. Purchase Catalog
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Lot 493

THE AMAZING JOHNATHAN (John Szeles, 1958-2022). Group of 5: An Interactive Bong Painting and 4 Other Works.

Estimate: $300 - $500
Starting Bid
$150

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THE AMAZING JOHNATHAN (John Szeles, 1958-2022). Group of 5: An Interactive Bong Painting and 4 Other Works. Mixed media on canvas and acrylic on canvas board. Including painting of a bong with vape secured to top stretcher (sketch of woman verso); spiderweb with retractable 3D spider attached; canvas with deck of card box affixed; painting of a beehive with metal coils and fuzzy 'bees' fastened on; and canvas board with painting of beehive, no 3D elements. Largest canvas 20 x 16. Beehive with coils, approximately 24 x31".

Condition

Surface dirt, abrasions, dents, and rips. Additionally, bong painting with cracking. 

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