$500
Raji, Prince Ali (George Bondinei). Prince Ali Raji. Oriental Magic. African Magician. London: Will Goldston, Ltd., ca. 1920. Color poster depicting vignettes from Ali Raji’s show including the production of flags, flowers, and the Mutilated Parasol. 22 1/2 x 30". Borders worn, one corner restored; B+. One of the few vintage posters advertising the show of an African magician, and one of the few bearing Will Goldston’s logo as publisher. According to Rhadolph Marcelliee, Ali Raji was a well-traveled performer who served as a lieutenant in the German military before becoming a magician. He studied conjuring with the Boston dealer W.D. LeRoy, and after World War I, settled in northern Africa.
Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter
Date:
2016-06-25