Sold for:
$2,200
$2,200
Leeds: John Waddington, 1914. Two-color playbill advertising ‘a novelty’ – Houdini performing as a magician for the first time in twenty years. In all likelihood, this was a reference to the fact that Houdini made his reputation as an escape artist and for years presented a specialized show that eschewed traditional magic tricks. 20 x 30". Inexpert restoration throughout; B-.
Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter
Date:
2017-02-04
