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[Ephemera] Lifetime collection of Cardini’s own ephemera and memorabilia. Being a large archive of programs, news clippings, photographs, magazines and journals, most of which are related to Cardini’s performances worldwide. Several items carry marginal or other notations in Cardini or Swan Cardini’s hand. Each article was collected and saved by Cardini or Swan over the course of 40 years; objects represent the entire working career of the couple, from the 1930s – 70s. Over 500 items, but uncounted, in one carton. Condition varies from poor to very good. Should be seen. Photograph shows only a portion of the items in this lot.


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Date:
2013-04-06

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