$20,000
Cardini’s Steamer Trunk. St. Louis, Herkert & Meisel, ca. 1933. Massive tan-colored steamer trunk owned and used by Cardini. Wardrobe, ironing board, and chest of drawers incorporated into the design of the trunk. The words “CARDINI/Theatre” have been stenciled on top of the trunk in maroon letters. Inside the drawers and on the hangers are a complete black tuxedo suit worn by Cardini, as well as numerous dress shirts, celluloid dress collars, gloves, vests, spats, ties, shaving bag, wooden shoe stretchers, and other costume accoutrements use by The Suave Deceiver of the course of his illustrious career on the stage. Various labels and stickers adorn the exterior. Outer dimensions of 28 x 23 x 42”. With keys.
Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter
Date:
2013-04-06