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[Houdini, Harry] Randi, James. Group of “Confidential” Houdini Water Torture Cell Photographs and Letters from James Randi. 1970s/80s. Fascinating trove of letters and photographs from escapologist James Randi to John Fisher, supplied as research for a television series produced by Fisher, providing working methods and technical details for Houdini’s Water Torture Escape. The group is complemented by an original metal piece from the prop (length 2 1/8”) recovered by Randi after it was destroyed in a fire. Comprising: An audio cassette recording of Randi with explanations of the Water Torture Cell; eight letters and cards from Randi discussing the prop and other matters such as television projects and book deals; 14 glossy black and white detailed photos of the Water Torture Cell, stamped “Confidential”, numbered and labeled by hand; three strips of photo negatives; and magazine extracts related to the Water Torture Cell.