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Follow on Google News | Rare Memorabilia of Cardini, Famous Magician, Goes Up for Auction in ChicagoCardini was, unquestionably, the most imitated - and likely the most influential - magician of the 20th century. Now, all of this master manipulator's personal memorabilia is being offered at auction in Chicago on April 6th, 2013.
By: Potter & Potter Auctions Where did the image of the magician as a swank and sophisticated man wearing a top hat, white tie, and tails come from? It originated with Cardini. He was that magician. On April 6, 2013, Potter & Potter Auctions will offer the personal property of this iconic sleight-of-hand artist at public auction. Included in the sale are the very props and costumes he made famous; playbills, photographs, and posters; association items; correspondence; A closely-curated selection of Houdini memorabilia, rare conjuring books, ephemera, posters, and apparatus from private collections will round out the sale. Welsh by birth, Cardini (1895 - 1973) was known as Richard Valentine Pitchford until, after serving in World War I, he developed an incredible facility as a magician and manipulator, practicing sleight-of-hand in the trenches and while convalescing in a hospital bed. A few short years later, after adopting his now-famous stage name, he become the most celebrated conjurer of the nightclub era. Cardini performed in every major theater in American and Europe, and beyond, from the mid-1920s until his retirement in the 1960s. Pre-auction exhibition will include a museum-like display of remarkable artifacts and a catalog of exceptional quality to match. The auction takes place live on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at 10:00 am (CST). Live internet bidding will be carried through Liveauctioneers.com. For additional information and details, contact: Potter & Potter Auctions 3759 N. Ravenswood Ave. Suite 121 Chicago, IL 60613 773-472-1442 www.potterauctions.com End
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