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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
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Fine Books & Manuscripts, including PolarWe are pleased to announce the sale of Chet Ross's Japanese Antarctic Expedition collection. Ross authored the first and only bibliography about the expedition, discovering over 50 publications related to Shirase and the JAE which now for the first time are coming across the auction block. Since the publication, several new items have been located including Shirase's personal military textbooks. This catalogue will act as a revised bibliography with new entries and insights previously unknown to the public. The second half of the sale will include general exploration, travel and the polar regions. Included is the USS Bear auxiliary wheel which was made famous as being part of the Greely Relief Expedition and later serving Admiral Richard E. Byrd on his second expedition to the Antarctic.
Bidder Reviews for Potter & Potter Auctions (468)
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NaicheChicago, IL
Jul 21, 2023
Enthusiastic, knowledgable, and super helpful.
Potter and Potter were absolutely superb. I went in for a viewing and Brian and Aron gave me the complete rundown of the entire history of this piece, including cool past awards. They were also careful to point out fragile spots and hidden compartments. They were so genuinely happy to show this art and explain everything. They personally helped me pack it to get it home (it's complex and fragile), and gave me good advice on preservation. Cannot recommend enough.
DOUGLASLiberty, MO
Jul 19, 2023
Reasonable Cost With Potter In House Shipping
Much appreciated cost with Potter In House Shipping... Well and Safely Packed
W StevenHillsborough, NC
Jul 19, 2023
Responsive and well presented items.
Ethan was responsive and courteous for a number of interactions. Shipping, while not quickly done, was good.
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James AParker, CO
Jul 06, 2023
Great communications and a wonderful seller. Lot as described.
I had 100 % satisfaction from my experience with a lot acquired through Potter & Potter Auctions. Painting just as described, well packaged, and quickly shipped. I hope we have an opportunity to trade in the future.
JerrodRome, GA
Jul 03, 2023
Very Personable, professional, friendly staff, Quick Shipping
I have used this auction house consistently the past few years. They bring great items up to auction and are knowledgeable and helpful with shipping larger items through 3rd party shippers. I will continue to use their services and yiu can’t go wrong with them. One of the top three I gave done business with the past few years. Top shelf all around!
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JohnMercersburg, PA
Jun 22, 2023
Item was as described
I have bid with this auction house several times and have always been pleased with their descriptions, packaging and timely delivery. I would not hesitate to bid with them again.
BobbiSublette, KS
Jun 12, 2023
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![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=170&quality=70&version=1433196045)
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