Sold for:
$1,000
$1,000
Temple of Quong Hi. Alhambra, Owen Magic Supreme, ca. 1958. Small cabinet with three doors into which the magician places a wooden ghost figure, a stack of checkers and a glass of rice. At the performer's command, the objects change places. Cabinet elaborately decorated in hard lacquer with crackle finish. Gimmicked stack is made from turned wood. Cabinet measures 14 ¾ x 5 ½ x 9 ½". Minimal wear to some paint and minor splitting to veener on cabinet's face, but overall good condition. Uncommon.
Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter
Date:
2011-05-22
