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[SPIRITUALISM] [PENN & TELLER] GIMMICKED SÉANCE CHAIR. Circa 1993. Specially-constructed high-backed wooden chair used to demonstrate apparent spirit manifestations as part of an MIT Media Lab demonstration of a Theremin-like instrument. In performance, Teller was duct-taped to the chair at his arms and ankles and placed in a curtained cabinet with the instrument. When the drapes were drawn, the “ghosts” apparently played the instrument. Later, the chair was used as part of the Penn & Teller show for a short time as part of a séance “opera” routine. Spots of wear to padding of seat, but generally very good condition. 48 x 23 x 20”. Third party transportation required.