$10,000
[“The Act”] Archive of typed descriptions of Cardini’s act. Including lengthy descriptions, some running to three pages, of each sequence of card, billiard ball, and cigarette manipulation performed by The Suave Deceiver. Descriptions show the evolution of the act from the mid 1920s to the 1930s. Some may have been typed by Sid Lorraine or other magicians. Also listed are requirements for the act, stage scenery, etc. Most on 4to sheets, one with Cardini’s notations, several stamped with Cardini’s logo on their versos. Accompanied by a two-page manuscript explaining Paul Freeman’s card manipulation act with Swan Cardini’s note “Note: only used six cards” in the margin. Condition varies from fair to very good.
Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter
Date:
2013-04-06
