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Modern Magic Masters

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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 44

THOMPSON, John (1934 - 2019). Archive of Johnny and Pam Thompson Photographs.

Estimate: $400 - $800
Starting Bid
$200

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THOMPSON, John (1934 - 2019). Archive of Johnny and Pam Thompson Photographs. 1940s - 2010s. A large collection of over 200 photographs of the Thompsons, including many professional headshots (with considerable duplication), promotional photographs (including several for acting, and of Johnny Thompson with The Harmonicats), and other images of the duo performing as The Great Tomsoni & Co., as well as personal and candid photographs with fellow magicians (Penn Jilette, Lance Burton, Jim Steinmeyer), and also including a handful of portraits INSCRIBED AND SIGNED to the Thompson's by fellow entertainers. With original negatives included for several images. Several framed. The largest 18 x 15". 

Condition

Generally very good condition. 

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Collection of Johnny Thompson.