Salon de Magie: The Klosterman Collection Part III

GIANT MECHANICAL RISING CARDS. London: John Martin, ca. 1950. Finely made mechanical faux pack of giant cards; cards selected by the audience rise from the pack while it sits isolated in a glass or holder some distance from the performer. Finely crafted from Dural aluminum by Martin, winding key (hallmarked), and tension plate. Unique Magic Studio back design. Good working condition, with rubber wheels in need of revitalization. Martin’s rising card “machines” remain the finest ever constructed. Top professionals, including Jose Frakson, regularly featured the effect – using Martin-made props exclusively – in their acts.