$6,000
Martin-made round-top Vanishing Bird Cage and two pulls. London, Jon Martin, ca. 1945. This gleaming metal cage can be made to vanish from the magician’s open hands. Includes two machined aluminum pulls, one by Martin the second possibly manufactured by his unofficial successor, George Hammerton. Identical in design and working to the Vanishing Bird Cage used by Frakson. Cage stands 12” high. Uncommon “connector” device also included. Very good working condition. Rare. The two pulls included with this cage were used simultaneously to effect the vanish of the cage. This apparatus was owned and used by one of Jose Frakson’s few protégés, author and magician David Alexander.
Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter
Date:
2013-04-06
