Houdiniana & Magic Memorabilia
Sat, Apr 18, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 351
The Red Demons or Mysteries of Fire
Estimate: $150 - $250
Sold for
$270
Sold Price includes BP
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BARNELLO, E. The Red Demons, or Mysteries of Fire. Chicago: E. Barnello, ca. 1893. Red printed wrappers laid down on boards over cloth spine. 8vo. [16]pp. Blind stamp and rubber stamp of C.A. George Newmann and his famous collection of magic books. This pitch book describes how to do tricks and stunts with fire. 6 x 4 ½”. Flyleaf chipped, one stain to gutter. Very good.
Overall Dimensions
Height: 6.00 in
Width: 4.00 in
Depth: 1.00 in
Weight: 1.00 lbs
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