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Houdiniana & Magic Memorabilia

Sat, Apr 18, 2026 11:00AM EDT
  2026-04-18 11:00:00 2026-04-18 11:00:00 America/New_York Potter & Potter Auctions Potter & Potter Auctions : Houdiniana & Magic Memorabilia https://auction.potterauctions.com/auctions/potter-potter/houdiniana-magic-memorabilia-22204
A choice offering of Houdiniana and rare magic memorabilia, books, tricks, and posters. Among the highlights will be challenges, photos, and autographs from the Houdini family collection. The Houdiniana will be complemented by an assortment of collectible magic books, posters, ephemera, & apparatus. Purchase Catalog
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Lot 293

Trunk of Vintage Magic Apparatus

Estimate: $500 - $1,000
Starting Bid
$250

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Trunk Filled with Vintage Magic Apparatus. 1940s - 90s. A large metal-bound trunk of magic tricks, tables, and apparatus gathered by Jack White, a spook show magician (and later, a prominent television broadcaster) based in San Diego, California. Included in the trunk are effects from well-known makers from the 1940s and 50s, along with a large quantity of more modern tricks, booklets, and pocket effects including Thumb tips, Cups and Balls sets, and more. Included are an Abbott-made Artistic Side Table, Merv Taylor Por-Mor, P&L Phantom Tube (in custom wooden case), a wooden Nest of Boxes, and other parlor effects. Items in good used condition, though not all apparatus checked for completeness. Outside dimensions 38 x 22 x 23". Hasp of trunk detached, but presents well with usual wear. Due to size and weight, in-person pickup or third party shipping required. 

Overall Dimensions
Height: 38.00 in
Width: 22.00 in
Depth: 23.00 in
Weight: 60.00 lbs

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