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[DÖBLER]. SCHICKH, Joseph (1799 - 1851). Döbleriaden. Vienna: Friedrich Hagenauer, 1839. A festschrift issued by the conjurer’s friend, the poet and playwright Schickh, to commemorate his performance in Josephstadt, a suburb of Vienna. Included is a poem dedicated to Döbler, humorous lines about the “experiments” he will perform, and more. 4to. Old central fold, but good condition. RARE.This souvenir leaflet was sold together with the portrait in the following lot at Neumann's Art and Music Gallery at Kohlmarkt in Vienna to commemorate the magician’s appearance in Josephstadt. The items could be purchased as a unit, or separately. This is the first example of the commemorative publication we have encountered.