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[Hand Shadows] George Sylvestre’s Hand Shadow Act. Including the props, lights, and accoutrements for this elaborate “Electric Hand Shadow” act, as it was billed on British music hall programs. Among the items are the black tin accessories, painted glass slides, holders, cardboard cut-outs, stands, notes, sketches, and books about the art of shadowgraphy. A unique and charming assortment.


Potter & Potter

Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter

Date:
2012-10-27

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After George Derville Rowlandson (British, 1861-1928) On the Hunt/A Vue d'Optique. Signed within the matrix. Hand-colored prints cut and arranged in collage, 15 1/2 x Read more…


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