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[KNIFE THROWING] [JUGGLING] The Great Chinese Feat! Impaling the Human Body. [London?], 1854. Large letterpress broadside with elaborate wood engraved image at its center depicting the “impalement” feat of Tuck Quay, one of the troupe of Chinese magicians appearing at the Prince’s Theatre-Royal, throwing knives at his daughter, who stands prone against a board across the stage, her arms uplifted and her body encircled by the blades. Descriptive text mentions a host of other juggling tricks presented by the company, including the feat of “balancing eight stools on the nose.” Approximately 30 x 10”. One long closed tear, minor chips. Backed with paper.
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