Sold for:
$375
$375
Ashley & Co. Ashley & Co’s Colossal Gift Entertainment! Boston: F.A. Searle Steam Job Printer, 1869. Attractive pictorial broadside illustrated with woodcuts – some bearing a distinct resemblance to Professor Anderson the Scottish magician – heralding the “Cataclysm of Wonders” of this little-known illusionist. In addition to presenting the “most pleasing and satisfactory entertainment ever offered,” the bill advises that he will distribute “100 elegant and costly presents” to the audience. 9 1/2 x 25". Minor restoration to upper third, mostly at edges. B.
Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter
Date:
2016-06-25
