Part I of Ricky Jay magic collection nears $1M at Potter & Potter

1903 Forepaugh & Sells Brothers Enormous United Shows circus poster, $11,875
1903 Forepaugh & Sells Brothers Enormous United Shows circus poster, $11,875

CHICAGO – The first of Potter & Potter Auctions‘ three planned Ricky Jay collection sales, held on February 25, totaled $980,000 and had a sell through rate of more than 99%. Its 369 lots consisted of historical artifacts, magicana and rare books from the actor, sleight-of-hand magician and noted author Ricky Jay (American, 1946-2018).

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Potter & Potter conjures winter magic with Dec. 10 auction

1984 poster for Kellar the Great Magician, estimated at $3,000-$5,000
1984 poster for Kellar the Great Magician, estimated at $3,000-$5,000
1984 poster for Kellar the Great Magician, estimated at $3,000-$5,000

CHICAGO – Potter & Potter Auctions will hold a 504-lot Winter Magic Auction on Saturday, December 10, starting at 10 am Central time. The auction house’s final magic sale of 2022 also features strong selections of Houdiniana, posters and antique books. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Potter & Potter conjures stunning Winter Magic Auction Dec. 11

‘The Great Brindamour. Magician,’ circa-1903 color lithograph poster, est. $6,000-$8,000
‘The Great Brindamour. Magician,’ circa-1903 color lithograph poster, est. $6,000-$8,000
‘The Great Brindamour. Magician,’ circa-1903 color lithograph poster, est. $6,000-$8,000

CHICAGO – Potter & Potter Auctions is pleased to announce a 450-lot sale to be held on Saturday, December 11 starting at 10 am Central time. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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