A few examples of appraisal values for
MAGICAL MOMENTS

• Peter Max (American, b. 1937)
  Peter Max (American, b. 1937) "Magical Moment", 1971, serigraph in colors on Arches, signed and dated in pencil lower right "Peter Max '71", numbered lower left "D.P./IV", sheet 21" x 30". Glazed, matted and framed.
• MAGIC, PRETENDED MIRACLES AND
  MAGIC, PRETENDED MIRACLES AND REMARKABLE NATURAL PHENOM...Magic, Pretended Miracles and Remarkable Natural Phenomena. Philadelphia: American Sunday-School Union, ca. 1850. No. 30 of The Monthly Volume. Blind-embossed cloth, gilt spine title, a.e.g. Small 8vo. Woodcuts. Near fine copy with light foxing at start. Toole Stott 473.
• ''Magical Flight #2'' watercolor on
  ''Magical Flight #2'' watercolor on paper laid to artist's board. paper size: 23.75'' H x 18'' W.
• COLLECTION OF 25 PHOTOS OF
  COLLECTION OF 25 PHOTOS OF MAGICIANS, SOME SIGNED.[Photographs] Collection of 25 Photos of Magicians, Some Signed. American, 1940s-80s. Subjects including Dai Vernon (signed), Faucett Ross (signed), John Scarne, Russell Swann (signed), Slydini (two, both signed); Edward Marlo (2), Leslie Guest (signed), Senator Crandall (signed), Tony Giorgio (signed), Mel Brown (signed), Russ Miller (signed), Martin Nash (signed), and others. 10 x 8".
• MAGICAL EXPERIMENTS, OR SCIENCE
  MAGICAL EXPERIMENTS, OR SCIENCE IN PLAY.Good, Arthur. Magical Experiments, or Science in Play. Philadelphia: David McKay, 1894. Olive pictorial cloth stamped in gilt and brown. Frontispiece. Illustrated profusely. 8vo. Corners and edges rubbed, else fine.
• Eliot Candee Clark (American,
  Eliot Candee Clark (American, 1883-1980) "The Magical Hour" oil on canvas signed "Eliot Clark" lr, titled on verso 20 x 24 in., framed
• Porcelain centrepiece Vase floral
  Porcelain centrepiece Vase floral with cupids and a figure Cinderellas Magical Moment by Alexander Daniel (2)
• Leonard Nierman (b. 1932) ''Magic
  Leonard Nierman (b. 1932) ''Magic Flight''oil on Masonite signed at lower right inscribed on the verso ''Vuelo Magico'' and ''Magic Flight '' presented in an attractive gilt frame with linen liner.Born in Mexico City Nierman has exhibited throughout the United States and Mexico. A love of music and color are expressed in his work which he describes as:''Painting is to me the aperture through which it is possible to enter a certain world; in it the viewer may find an endless number of magic images objects remembrances associations fears joys hopes and dreams. Colours I think of as I think of sounds; one sound means almost nothing and one isolated colour means very little but a certain organization of sounds may become a glorious symphony. A certain organization of colours can unleash a tempest of emotions in a perceptive viewer.''SS 48.5 x 36 in.; DOA 55.75 x 43.5 in.Merrill Chase Gallery Chicago Illinois (with certificate of authenticity)
• PROFESSIONAL SECRETS. A LIFE IN
  PROFESSIONAL SECRETS. A LIFE IN MAGIC.Durham, Geoffrey. Professional Secrets. A Life in Magic. [London: Author], 2008. Black cloth with pictorial jacket. Illustrated. Tall 8vo. Very good.
• MAGICAL ROPE TIES &
  MAGICAL ROPE TIES & ESCAPES.Houdini, Harry (Ehrich Weisz). Magical Rope Ties & Escapes. London: Will Goldston, Ltd., (1922). British edition. Publisher’s bright blue pictorial covers. Kellar dedication slip on flyleaf. Illustrated, including plates. 8vo. Edges rubbed, scuffs and other wear to covers.
• EXCLUSIVE MAGICAL SECRETS.Goldston,
  EXCLUSIVE MAGICAL SECRETS.Goldston, Will. Exclusive Magical Secrets. London: Will Goldston Ltd., [1912]. Number 78 from the limited first edition. Publisher’s leather, subscriber “H. Woodhouse” stamped to front cover in gilt. A locked book, original brass clasp and key. Illustrated. 4to. Corners slightly bumped, minor foxing on first several pages, otherwise fine. With the publisher’s prospectus containing Professor Hoffman’s introduction.
• MAGICAL ROPE TIES &
  MAGICAL ROPE TIES & ESCAPES.Houdini, Harry. Magical Rope Ties & Escapes. London: Will Goldston Ltd., n.d. British Edition. Publisher’s cloth-backed pictorial boards. Illustrated with plates and line drawings. Frontispiece of Houdini with Davenport. Advertising endpapers. 8vo. No flyleaves, as issued. Light wear to covers; very good.
• GERMAIN THE WIZARD.Cramer,
  GERMAIN THE WIZARD.Cramer, Stuart. Germain the Wizard. Seattle: Miracle Factory, 2002. Black cloth with jacket. Profusion of photographs, illustrations, and color plates. From an edition of 1000 copies. 4to. Fine.
• Two lithographs by Richard Hall,
  Two lithographs by Richard Hall, "Magical Journey 1" numbered 64/250, and "Magical Journey 2" numbered 96/250, each signed, titled, and numbered in pencil to bottom; overall good condition; each lithograph 17 1/2" x 17 1/2", each frame 32 3/4" x 32 3/4" (approx.)
• Fifteen French glass magic
  Fifteen French glass magic lantern slides each with sequential scenes in box.
• GOLDSTON, WILL. EXCLUSIVE MAGICAL
  GOLDSTON, WILL. EXCLUSIVE MAGICAL SECRETS.Goldston, Will. Exclusive Magical Secrets. London: The Magician, (1912). Original ostrich leather, gilt-lettered, with brass lock bolted to board edges (lacking key, lock non-functional). Number 567 from the limited first edition. Pictorial endleaves. Photo-gravure frontispiece of the author under tissue. Illustrated. 4to. Upper outer spine hinge peeling, mild foxing to preliminaries.
• KELLAR’S WONDERS.Caveney, Mike
  KELLAR’S WONDERS.Caveney, Mike and Bill Miesel. Kellar’s Wonders. Pasadena: Magic Words, 2003. From a limited edition of 1000 copies. Publisher’s cloth with jacket. Illustrated, including color plates. 4to. Very good.
• "Magic: Stage Illusions and
  "Magic: Stage Illusions and Scientific Diversions" by Albert Hopkins, 1897 first edition. "Magic: Stage Illusions and Scientific Diversions Including Trick Photography" with 400 fascinating illustrations (including "chronophotographic" progression of galloping hose), compiled and edited by Albert A. Hopkins, copyright 1897 by Munn & Co., NYC. Embossed sticker on the interior from Martinka & Co., Manufacturers of Fine Magical Apparatus, New York City. 9 3/4"H x 6 3/4"W. The hinges loose thus separating the spine from the spine piece, also light wear to cover.
• Coalport Snowman figures Its a
  Coalport Snowman figures Its a Knockout Magical Moment and dresseing Up all boxed with certificates (3)
• LES MAGIQUE LEONS. THE WHIRLWIND
  LES MAGIQUE LEONS. THE WHIRLWIND ILLUSIONISTS.[Stock Poster] Les Magique Leons. The Whirlwind Illusionists. Netherfield: Stafford & Co. Ltd., ca. 1925. Striking color lithograph depicts a Mephistophelean character with lightning bolts emanating from his fingertips and a sword at his hip, for an illusion show entitled the “Palace of Mystery.” 20 x 30”. Black metal frame. Minor marginal wear; not examined out of frame.
• BRUCE CRANE, (1857-1937), "GOLDEN
  BRUCE CRANE, (1857-1937), "GOLDEN MOMENTS", OIL ON CANVAS, 12" H X 16" WBruce Crane, (1857-1937) "Golden Moments" Oil on canvas Signed lower left: Bruce Crane; signed again and titled, both possibly in another hand, on a paper label affixed to the stretcher 12" H x 16" W Provenance: The Estate of Joan Strauss Carl, Southern California Oil on canvas Dimensions: 12" H x 16" W Provenance: The Estate of Joan Strauss Carl, Southern California
• GOLDSTON, WILL. MORE EXCLUSIVE
  GOLDSTON, WILL. MORE EXCLUSIVE MAGICAL SECRETS.Goldston, Will. More Exclusive Magical Secrets. London: Will Goldston, (1921). Quarter leather with cloth sides lettered in black, brass hasps bolted to board edges (connecting rod and lock lacking). Floral endleaves. Illustrated. 4to. Scattered scuffing and ink splotches to covers, with clean off-white pages.
• COPPERFIELD, DAVID. THE MAGIC OF
  COPPERFIELD, DAVID. THE MAGIC OF DAVID COPPERFIELD.American, 1984. Illustrative bust portrait of the most successful magician of all time, his hands outstretched with a burst of light appearing between them. The same artwork was used in a successful advertising campaign for Kodak featuring Copperfield as the spokesperson. 17 x 36". A-. Unmounted.
• [MISCELLANEOUS] LOT OF VINTAGE
  [MISCELLANEOUS] LOT OF VINTAGE AND CONTEMPORARY MAGIC E...[Miscellaneous] Lot of Vintage and Contemporary Magic Ephemera and Photos. Including inscribed and signed portraits (8 x 10Ó) of the Johnstones and Tung Pin Soo; a portrait (8 x 10Ó) of young Betty Jane Kolar; a spook show ticket; two Al Flosso postcards; a Nicola business card; a Powell throw-out card. Sold with a quantity of contemporary magic ephemera (1970s Ð 2000s), approximately 100 pieces, including signed playing cards, business cards, postcards, and more.
• MISCELLANEOUS CONTEMPORARY MAGIC
  MISCELLANEOUS CONTEMPORARY MAGIC TRICKS. APPROXIMATELY ...Miscellaneous Contemporary Magic Tricks. Approximately 70 pieces, including Rocky Raccoon; Mirror Box; Metamorpho Spots; Sponge Balls; Tricky Bottles; Mini Spirit Slates; Vanishing Leprechaun; Sand Frame; Abdul's Fez; Chick Pan; Dice Bomb; KEM cards; and many more tricks, primarily 1980s Ð 2000s. Some with instructions and original packaging.
• COLLECTION OF OVER 150 PUBLICITY
  COLLECTION OF OVER 150 PUBLICITY PHOTOS OF MAGICIANS, S...[Photographs] Collection of Over 150 Publicity Photos of Magicians, Some Signed. American, some European, bulk 1970s-80s. Including Charlie Miller, Rene Lavand, Harry Lorayne, Darwin Ortiz, Michael Skinner, Bruce Cervon, Le Grand David, Leon Mandrake, Ed Marlo, Doug Henning, Bob Haskell, Don Alan, Felix Snipes, Jimmy Grippo, Frank Shields, Stewart James, Larry Jennings, Sid Lorraine, Tomsoni, Mac King, Danny Dew, "Tex" McGuire, Bert Kalmar, Jeff McBride, and reprints of photos of Dai Vernon, Cardini, Houdini, Blackstone, De Kolta, John Ramsay, the Herrmanns, Eugene Laurant, and others. Most 8 x 10". Scattered duplication, several of the above with multiples from the same photo session.
• 2 BOOKS, DISNEY WORLD 20 MAGICAL
  2 BOOKS, DISNEY WORLD 20 MAGICAL YEARS; GARDENS OF WDWApprox. 400 pp., hundreds of color illustrations. Commemorative works featuring the art, architecture and stories of the most magical place on Earth. Issued: 1988, 1991 Dimensions: 11.75"H x 9.5"W, larger Manufacturer: Disney Press Country of Origin: United States
• MAGIC: A PICTORIAL HISTORY OF
  MAGIC: A PICTORIAL HISTORY OF CONJURERS IN THE THEATER....Price, David. Magic: A Pictorial History of Conjurers in the Theater. New York: Cornwall Books, 1985. Cloth with jacket. Illustrations, including color plates. 4to. Jacket chipped, owner’s sig. to pastedown, else very good.
• COLLECTION OF MAGIC THE GATHERING
  COLLECTION OF MAGIC THE GATHERING CARDSCollection of Magic the Gathering Cards
• LEROY, SERVAIS. DRAMATIC CABINET
  LEROY, SERVAIS. DRAMATIC CABINET PHOTOGRAPH OF MAGICIAN...LeRoy, Servais. Dramatic Cabinet Photograph of Magician Servais LeRoy. San Francisco & Los Angeles: Theodore Marceau, ca. 1900. Early full-length portrait, on photographer's mount, showing the young magician in Mephistopheles costume and make-up, apparently surprised by or marveling at something above him. 7 _ x 10 _Ó. One from a scarce series of portraits of the magician by Marceau. Crease in upper left corner of mount, but reinforced.
• CHARLTON, CHRIS. MAGICLAND WITH
  CHARLTON, CHRIS. MAGICLAND WITH CHRIS CHARLTON.Yorkshire: Taylors Colour Printers, ca. 1945. Two-color broadside for Charlton’s appearance at the top of the bill at the Royal Hall, Harrogate, with a program including the Self-Healing Glass, Inexhaustible Kettle, Invisible Girl and “a bewildering array of modern miracles you will never forget.” 10 x 30". Laid down.
• Lot of 2 Walt Disney Showcase
  Lot of 2 Walt Disney Showcase Collection, Disney Traditions, Magical Transformation, Fairy Godmother, item number 4007218, mint in box Estimate $20-40
• [IT’S MAGIC] IT’S MAGIC 1967.[Los
  [IT’S MAGIC] IT’S MAGIC 1967.[Los Angeles], 1967. Handsome screenprint poster in white and black on blue stock advertising the annual magic show produced by Milt Larsen. A full-length image of a top hat and tux-clad magician with cards and a wand in his hand fills the center. 23 x 36". Short tears and chips at edges. B. Unmounted.
• MISCELLANEOUS VINTAGE AND
  MISCELLANEOUS VINTAGE AND CONTEMPORARY MAGIC TRICKS. IN...Miscellaneous Vintage and Contemporary Magic Tricks. Including Flat Model Money Maker (Grant); Ball Through Hand (Viking); Hot Spot (Star Magic); Money Maker (Adams); Crazy Spots (Tenyo); Berg Card Frame (Thayer?); Supreme Clipboard (Tannen); Pass the Salt (Merv Taylor); Por-Mor (Merv Taylor); Ball and Vase (Adams); Coin Wand (unknown); Clutter-Buck (Harry Stanley); and more. Some with instructions, generally good condition.
• COLLECTION OF OVER 30 PHOTOGRAPHS
  COLLECTION OF OVER 30 PHOTOGRAPHS OF MAGICIANS, MANY SI...[Photographs] Collection of Over 30 Photographs of Magicians, Many Signed to the Kolars. 1920s—30s. Including A.M. Wilson, Thomas Worthington III, Harry Hanaoka (trimmed to silhouette), Bill and Gerrie Larsen, Herb Price, John Calvert, Joe Berg, John La Platte, Walter Schwartz, Max Holden, Mysterious Smith, William Frazee, Bob Lotz, John D. Jones, Jimmy Sanders, The Great Sydney (escape artist), Len Vintus, and others. The majority inscribed and signed to The Great Kolar/Joseph Kolar or Betty Jane Kolar. Most 8 x 10”. Generally good condition.
• THEATRE ROBERT-HOUDIN.Méliès,
  THEATRE ROBERT-HOUDIN.Méliès, Georges. Theatre Robert-Houdin. Soriées Fantastiques Program. Paris, ca. 1897. Pictorial program advertising the show produced by this film pioneer at his own theater on the Boulevard des Italiens in Paris. The three-part show featured the Cinematogaphe Artistique of Méliès, the magic tricks of M. Legris, and a demonstration of spiritualistic phenomena. Four pages in pale blue wraps, bearing Méliès' and Legris' portraits on the front. The body of the program includes a biography of Méliès, and the internal rear wrapper advertises his film laboratory, as well as his magic shows. Chip at top of spine affecting pages inside, else very good. A rare and important program for this seminal figure in the history of filmmaking. Though he started his career in entertainment as a magician, following in the steps of the great Jean Eugene Robert-Houdin, Georges Méliès became one of the most influential filmmakers of his generation. Drawing on his experience as a conjuror, Méliès invented - seemingly from thin air - many special effects and techniques that became standard in the industry. His fruitful and wild imagination manifested itself in hundreds of classic films, most of them now lost to history. Even so, pictures including A Terrible Night, the Vanishing Lady, and his seminal Trip to the Moon, remain timeless classics, the latter hailed as one of the most significant and iconic silent movies of all time.