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375. Kellar, Harry (Heinrich Keller). Kellar. The Great Magician. Cincinnati, Strobridge Litho., ca. 1894. One-sheet (28 x 40”) color lithograph of the iconic portrait of Kellar with devils perched on his shoulders. Expert restoration in image. A-. Kellar was the first magician to use whispering imps in his advertising. This poster is an scarce variant of the more common version he used consistently for over 20 years; fewer than six examples are known in this state.


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2013-10-26

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