![Group of Color Photographs of Contortionists. [U.S], Late 20th Century](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/407717/226558877_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
Art & Design
This is an auction replete with standouts. Works by Magritte, Tamayo, Paschke, Wirsum and multiple mixed media collages and prints from the celebrated Tony Fitzpatrick will cross the block. A significant work by Bill Traylor leads the Outsider Art session, alongside major works by Finster, Dial, Sparrow, and Dawson. Folk art includes a carved grotto Jesus and Devil train set sculpture from Wisconsin, and three oversize leaves by Ivan Albright lead the fine art session. Design collectors can settle in to a Bouloum Chair by Oliver Mourge for Airbourne International.
Vintage Posters
In addition to classic designs by Cappiello and Cassandre, our summer auction of vintage posters will feature an array of posters in travel, music, movies, politics, magic and theater, war and propaganda, advertising, and counterculture. Highlights in various genres have been drawn from Michael Corsi's Poster Art collection.Bidder Reviews for Potter & Potter Auctions (616)
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8 Latest Top ReviewsSee All
AndrewSouth Milwaukee, WI
Feb 26, 2026
Very understanding of having a friend pick up my lot for me.
Professional in every way and very accomodating.
![[CIVIL WAR]. Group of approximately 75 Civil War history ti...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/402678/223869781_1_x.jpg?height=94&quality=70&version=1)
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.
MikeReno, NV
Oct 30, 2025
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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!
Past Auctions from Potter & Potter Auctions
![[VOYAGES AND TRAVELS]. HANWAY, Jonas (1712-1786). An Historical Account of the British Trade Over](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/414288/230408608_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1776438271)
![[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)
![[FINELY-BOUND MODERN FIRSTS]. HEMINGWAY, Ernest. A Farewell...](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/402676/223538578_1_x.jpg?height=260&quality=70&version=1767805289)
![[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)
Record Auction Results for Potter & Potter Auctions
![[CIVIL RIGHTS]. KING, Dr. Martin Luther, Jr.: [CIVIL RIGHTS]. KING, Dr. Martin Luther, Jr. (1929–1968). Where Do We Go From Here: Chaos or Community? New York: Harper & Row, 1967. 8vo. Original publisher’s black and yellow cloth, gilt](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/233968/121082024_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1642540108)
![[STOCK TICKER]. Edison-type Electrical Industries New York ...: [STOCK TICKER]. Edison-type Electrical Industries New York Universal Ticker Machine. Serial number 3812. Model 3-A, 22 Ohms. Lacquered brass mechanism (some tarnishing by age), black painted cast iron](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/265343/138523592_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1666130009)
![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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