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HOUDINI, Harry (Erik Weisz, 1874 – 1926). Glass Negative of Houdini Restrained in a Crazy Crib. Circa 1915. Large-format original glass negative depicts Houdini strapped to a low metal bed with leather straps and canvas sheeting. A crowd stands around him awaiting his escape. The image was captured in the entryway of a theater. 5 x 7". Includes original envelope imprinted with the name of the photographer: Seamen & Sons of Brighton. Obtained from the Houdini home by Joseph Dunninger and purchased from Dunninger's widow by the consignor. Kevin Connolly Collection.