$1,700
Anderson, Harry. Harry Anderson’s Needle Through Arm and Props. One of Anderson’s signature routines was the apparent mutilation of his own arm with a long thin hat pin. Now commonly known as the Needle Through Arm, the grisly effect was just that—the needle was thrust through the peformer’s bare arm. A second and even third needle was then pushed in by a spectator. Blood dripped from the wound. The needles were then removed, and Anderson’s arm was shown to be completely unharmed. Included are three needles, a prop book titled 101 Needle Gags, a rubber ball, a vial of stage blood, a bloody towel with the name “Bates Motel” printed on it, and a jar labeled “Local Anesthetic/Handle With Care.” One of two sets of props owned and used by Harry Anderson from 1977 – 90. With a signed and dated COA from Harry Anderson. This is arguably Anderson’s best-known routine, and was one of the cornerstones of his working repertoire. Along with the other two items listed above, the ‘Geek Trick’ is described in minute detail – including anecdotes, history and actual use of the props – in Mike Caveney’s book, Harry Anderson: Wise Guy (1993).
Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter
Date:
2014-11-01
