The Golden Age of Magic Posters: The Nielsen Collection Part II

The Golden Age of Magic Posters – The Nielsen Collection Part II explores the latter half of what is regarded as the most exceptional private collection of magic posters, curated by the renowned magician Norm Nielsen.

This book features stunning, full-color visuals of approximately 300 posters, each accompanied by rich historical context and intriguing narratives about the enigmatic figures behind these captivating advertisements. Inside, you’ll find remarkable lithographs promoting the performances of legends like Houdini, Chung Ling Soo, Carter, Blackstone, and many more. This volume serves as both a coffee table book and a comprehensive reference, showcasing unique images, including the record-breaking Houdini Water Torture Cell poster, which fetched an astonishing $114,000 — the highest price ever for a magic poster.

Clothbound with a vibrant full-color dust jacket, this beautifully crafted book boasts sewn binding and spans 154 pages. Authored by Gabe Fajuri, designed by Stina Henslee, and photographed by David Linsell.

Customer Testimonials:

“Your Nielsen Collection catalogs are so handsome that they remain as reference volumes on my bookshelf. A non-collector friend even asked me to get him a set as coffee-table books.” -Teller

“Beautiful…stunning…impressive! This two-volume work on his collection will undoubtedly stand as the definitive reference work on posters for many, many years to come.” -Lindsay Smith

“I’m impressed…just outstanding!” -George Daily

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