![[FEMINISM & LESBIAN ACTIVISM]. Group of photographs of pro-...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/386940/214259704_1_x.jpg?height=94&quality=70&version=1)
Potter & Potter Auctions
Potter & Potter Auctions, Inc. specializes in the sale of rare and collectible books, paper Americana, circus- and gambling-themed collectibles, playing cards, as well as magicana - antiques and collectibles related to magic tricks and magicians. In the latter category, Potter & Potter has established itself as a market leader, consistently setting record prices for rare and unusual apparatus, posters, autographs, ephemera, Houdiniana, and photographs.
The company conducts regular auctions in its Chicago gallery on the city's north side, and publishes meticulously researched, lavishly illustrated catalogs to accompany its sales, many of which have become essential reference tools in serious collectors' libraries.
In addition to live bidding on auction day, Potter & Potter accepts phone and absentee bids, agent bids and online bidding through LiveAuctioneers.
Learn more about Potter & Potter and its upcoming sales by visiting the company website.
Upcoming Auctions from Potter & Potter Auctions
![[FINELY-BOUND MODERN FIRSTS]. HEMINGWAY, Ernest. A Farewell...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/402676/223538578_1_x.jpg?height=260&quality=70&version=1767805289)
![[LINCOLN, Abraham (1809-1865)]. Framed Abraham Lincoln Sign...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/402678/223869764_1_x.jpg?height=260&quality=70&version=1768239802)
![[BLACK PANTHERS]. NEWTON, Huey P. The Racist Dog Policemen ...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/402678/223869938_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1768239802)
Americana, Ephemera & Historical Memorabilia
This wide-ranging auction of historical ephemera and memorabilia will include sessions of Civil War autographs and memorabilia, militaria, railroadiana, African Americana, autographs, antique photography, and advertising ephemera. Highlights include autographs of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, and much more.
Puzzles, Games, & Playing Cards
Following on the heels of our 'Artifacts of Play' auction, this sale will celebrate the pastimes of yesteryear and the recent past. The auction will feature antique and modern playing cards and gambling memorabilia, elaborate vintage board games, and puzzles and curiosities (including an extensive offering of rare paper dolls) from various collections.Bidder Reviews for Potter & Potter Auctions (604)
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JuliaNorth Bay Village, FL
Jan 08, 2026
StephenHuntington Beach, CA
Dec 04, 2025
I deal with 200 auction houses and Potter is the best. They grade well and respond quickly
I deal with 200 auction houses and Potter might be the best of any of them. They grade well, respond quickly and do shipping in-house. Their auction items are original and they have great variety with many unique items.
MikeCarmel By The Sea, CA
Oct 30, 2025
Odd fellows auction AAA + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
Great t o have a auction house that packs and ships AAA + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
RalphApple Valley, CA
Oct 21, 2025
JeffGlen Burnie, MD
Oct 19, 2025
Great auction house
Everything from responsiveness to quality of items sold, shipping and professionalism was top notch!
JeffKings Mountain, NC
Sep 18, 2025
Best shipping prices!!
This is one of the best auctions we have bought from. Did not over charge on shipping and most auctions kill you on shipping. Boxed and packed 3 lance jars and shipping was only 50 $items arrived well packed and very clean. I will buy from them again!!
Past Auctions from Potter & Potter Auctions
![[CIVL WAR]. CHAMBERLAIN, Brevet Major-General Joshua Lawren...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/393393/217967988_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1761164447)
![[AUTOMATON]. Clown Conjurer. Paris: Leopold Lambert, ca. la...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/386940/214259282_1_x.jpg?height=260&quality=70&version=1756504125)
![[MORMONS]. SMITH, Joseph (1804-1844). The Book of Mormon: A...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/384257/212649328_1_x.jpg?height=260&quality=70&version=1754430556)
![[AMERICANA]. McKENNEY, Thomas L. (1785-1859) and James HALL...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/379716/209904419_1_x.jpg?height=260&quality=70&version=1750887197)
![[FINE PRESS BOOKS]. [LIMITED EDITIONS CLUB]. Group of 19 Ti...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/379716/209904634_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1750887197)
![[PLAYBOY]. Group of bound Playboy magazines, including Vol....](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/378057/209030083_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1750358101)
![[CUPS & BALLS]. Frise-Poulet. Circa 1875. Bronze desk set i...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/376245/208136574_1_x.jpg?height=260&quality=70&version=1749155179)
![[Lion & Elephant / Circus]. Hamburg: Adolph Friedlander (no...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/370887/204645858_1_x.jpg?height=260&quality=70&version=1745436652)
![[MODEL - SHIP IN A BOTTLE]. “Annie Hughes” Three-Masted Sch...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/367241/202563021_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1743021317)
![[CBGB & OMFUG FASHIONS]. Original Storefront Canopy Awning ...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/362630/198927399_1_x.jpg?height=260&quality=70&version=1739374783)
![[ZINES]. PETTIBON, Raymond (America, b. 1957). Lana. Lawnda...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/362630/198927658_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1739374783)
![[SPIRIT PHOTO]. POPIELSKA, Stanislawa (1893–?). Spirit Phot...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/358194/196125520_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1736438094)
![[AUTOMATON]. VICHY, Gustave (1839–1904). Aubade a la lune [...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/358194/196125749_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1736438094)
![[AMERICANA]. CHASE, Owen (1797-1869). Narrative of the Most...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/354444/193812904_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1733843955)
Record Auction Results for Potter & Potter Auctions
![Erdnase, S.W. The Expert at the Card Table. [Chicago]:: Erdnase, S.W. The Expert at the Card Table. [Chicago]: Author, 1902. First Edition. Green cloth gilt stamped. Illustrated with drawings by M.D. Smith. 8vo. Hamley’s Magical Saloons overslip on the i](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/72973/37650475_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1433196045)
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