$750
244. Willard, Harry. Sun & Moon Handkerchiefs used by Willard the Wizard. American, ca. 1945. Set of two mis-made handkerchiefs used as part of a feature routine in the well-traveled Willard show. Handsomely framed. 21 x 16”. With a letter of provenance signed by Harry Willard and witnessed by his daughter, attesting to this, among other props, as having been given to David Price’s Egyptian Hall Museum of Nashville, TN. This burned-and-restored handkerchief trick is not only a classic dating to at least Victorian times, but was also a staple of the Williard Show played for comedy. He featured the effect for his entire career, even using it in school shows during his last years.
Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter
Date:
2013-10-26
