$1,000
Herrmann, Alexander. Complimentary Pass to Herrmann’s show at Egyptian Hall. London, July 1871. Large printed complimentary pass, accomplished in ink by Herrmann’s manager (signature illegible) granting the holder two free passes to Herrmann’s show at Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly. 3 7/8 x 4 5/8”. Puncture at center, one closed tear repaired; scrapbook remnants on verso. Rare. Herrmann performed at London’s famous Egyptian Hall for nearly three years, in a stint he would regularly refer to as his “1001 nights.”
Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter
Date:
2017-06-10