Sold for:
$800
$800
Vernon, Dai. Silhouette of magician Ronald Kennard. [New York], 1930. On a mount measuring 4 ¼ x 6 ¼". Bottom of mount soiled and one small tear to silhouette, otherwise good condition. Signed and inscribed by Dai Vernon. The detail in this silhouette (especially in the bowtie) is emblematic of Vernon's renowned skill as with a pair of shears. Ronald Kennard invented a number of close-up tricks which were marketed through American magic shops in the first half of the 20th century.
Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter
Date:
2010-01-30
