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
Fine, Vintage & Vernacular Photography
This auction offers a diverse collection of fine and vintage photography, with a distinctive focus on the snapshot. Once considered mere "fabrics of yesteryear," these vernacular images are now being reclaimed by the collecting world and appreciated for their candid, historical, and visual depth. Curated by Eric Robbins and Greg Rivera, the catalog also features standout works from masters like Todd Hido and Pentti Sammallahti. From the whimsical and bizarre to the scientific and archival, this sale represents a broad, vibrant spectrum of the medium?s history.Bidder Reviews for Potter & Potter Auctions (632)
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lauraBlandon, PA
Jul 17, 2026
No issues
Had no issues with the Potter & Potter. Very nice customer service and responsive. Thank you!
LisaChicago, IL
Jun 29, 2026
Top notch auction house
As a first time buyer, I was very pleased with the friendliness and service. Will continue to buy from them!
RobertValley Cottage, NY
Jun 18, 2026
The Way All Auctions Houses Should Be
Really excellent in every way. Enough images, thorough description. Auction ran like clockwork. Fast and clear payment information. Prompt shipping, flawless packing.
AlexPompano Beach, FL
Jun 15, 2026
Great experience!
Bought a few items on instinct. Pieces were even nicer than I expected.. Was easy to work with staff on shipping and delivery. Made the entire process easy. Very professional.
CharlesFrancestown, NH
May 28, 2026
Excellent Service
The whole auction process from description to auction to shipping could not have been.
Past Auctions from Potter & Potter Auctions
![[INCUNABLES]. GREGORY I, POPE (540-604). Moralia sive exposito in Job. [Basel: Nicolaus Kesler, 1496](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/421136/234320350_1_x.jpg?height=130&quality=70&version=1781294369)
![[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)
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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