Sold for:
$550
$550
Houdini, Harry. Die-Cut Paper Advertising Lock. For a performance at Keith’s Theatre. [Washington, D.C.]: World Printing Co., ca. 1906. Lock-shaped die-cut advertising hand-out for a three-week engagement of Houdini’s at Keith’s Theatre, Weeks of Dec. 17, 24, and 31, (ca. 1906). Chronology on verso heralds Houdini “The World’s Handcuff King and Unchallenged Prison-Breaker,” with reviews of escapes. Thin gold lithographed paper printed in red; pink-colored versos bear image of Houdini in handcuffs and irons. Chipped along edge, not affecting image; lacks most of connecting clasp. Sold as-is.
Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter
Date:
2015-02-07
