This rarity is 19-½" tall and is comprised of a 5" diameter glass dial in a round brass bezel with a single arrow-shaped hand. It was manufactured in Paris by Jean Eugene Robert-Houdin around 1850. Lot #1, a Robert-Houdin Glass Column Mystery Clock, is estimated at $15,000-25,000.The case conceals a mechanically complex clockwork device that allows for the working of the effect. A spectator is asked to name any card in the pack, and then, on command, the called for card rises from the slot in the top of the box. The magician places a pack of piquet cards in the case. This leather-covered brass case is one of two manufactured by Kalish, who used the original apparatus as his direct model. It was made in New York by Charles Kalish around 1976 and was modeled on the original apparatus owned and used by Hofzinser. Lot #66, a Hofzinser Any-Card Called For Card Rising Box, is estimated at $20,000-40,000.Our experts agree that this particular example is the most elaborate and intricate a mechanism they have ever encountered. This was one of several flashy effects used to open the production Houdini created for his final American tour, billed as “three shows in one.” His act included magic, spiritualism exposes, and sensational escapes. The table measures 37" tall and 70" tall inclusive of the flowers. The lot includes a small earthenware pot, an elaborate metal table, and its original travelling trunk. Lot #68, Harry Houdini's Automatic Flowering Rosebush, is estimated at $25,000-50,000.Please contact the auction house directly for more information.Īpparatus with ties to the world's most recognized magicians take the spotlight at this important magicana event. Hardbound copies of the sale catalog are available for pre-order for $55 they will ship in late September. ![]() Bidding will take place through Potter & Potter's website, at Phone and absentee bids are also welcome. Belmont Avenue in Chicago, at 77 to reserve seats, with first come, first served. Please call the auction house, located at 5001 W. The event will be held online and live streamed, with a limited number of bidders physically allowed in the gallery as determined by current Illinois public health attendance guidelines. ![]() Chicago - Potter & Potter Auctions is pleased to announce this 370 lot sale to be held on Saturday, October 29 starting at 10am.
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