Lot of Antique European Magic Apparatus. Attributed to Joseph Bland, London, ca. 1880.
Group of ten metal/brass magic apparatus, several with mechanical and spring-loaded elements. Completeness and original effects are not fully known. Included is a Bland-hallmarked example (illustrated), apparently a tin cup or cap from an effect, with the inscription embossed to the underside: “Established 20 years. J. Bland, Manufacturer, Magical & Conjuring Repository, 478 New Oxford St., opposite Mudie’s Library, London.” Offered as found.
Lot of Antique European Magic Apparatus. Attributed to Joseph Bland, London, ca. 1880.
Group of ten metal/brass magic apparatus, several with mechanical and spring-loaded elements. Completeness and original effects are not fully known. Included is a Bland-hallmarked example (illustrated), apparently a tin cup or cap from an effect, with the inscription embossed to the underside: “Established 20 years. J. Bland, Manufacturer, Magical & Conjuring Repository, 478 New Oxford St., opposite Mudie’s Library, London.” Offered as found.
