$100
Nixon, W. J. The Nixon Manuscript. Los Angeles, 1920. Two parts; one contains explanatory text, the second blueprints. Matching grey printed wraps, bound with brass brads in manuscript form, as issued. Small folio. Edges of wraps chipped, overall good condition. Part I inscribed and signed by the author. Accompanied by the Seven Circle Convention Special The Nixon 1931 Magical Surprise, and a facsimile of the Nixon manuscript published by Walter Graham, both in good condition. Nixon’s manuscript, scarce in this, its original form, outlines plans for building various stage tricks, among them his Checker Cabinet, Mat Trick, and other Okito-inspired effects.
Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter
Date:
2012-05-13