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HERRMANN, Carl (1816 – 87). Morning Performances. Matinées Magique. [London]: W.S. Johnson, “Nassau Steam Press,” 1848. Letterpress double-bill for Compars Herrmann’s appearance at the Hay-Market, where the “premier prestidigitateur of France” will present a varied program including Second Sight, the Ethereal Suspension, and other classic feats of conjuring. Includes wood-engraved image of the suspension trick. Framed vertically (originally issued side-by-side) to 40 x 10”. Small punctures in margins, visibly browned, but not examined out of frame.