$2,200
Blitz, Signor Antonio (Antonio Van Zandt). Fragment of Signor Blitz's Egg Bag. A swatch of red tartan cloth attached to the tattered remnants of a scrapbook page as well as a note in the hand of Frederick Eugene Powell stating, "Piece of "Egg Bag" used by the "original" Signor Blitz. Obtained from his nephew after his death. F.E. Powell." Attached to the verso is a fragment of an early Powell program. Sold as-is. Blitz (1810 – 1877) born in Deal, England, but made his fortune and reputation in America. At one time, Blitz was such a popular performer that as many as 13 different performers performed under his name, without his permission. During the American Civil War, Blitz performed in dozens of Union Army hospitals. His show featured magic, ventriloquism, plate spinning and the exhibition of trained canaries.
Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter
Date:
2012-01-28
