This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/26/2025
HURWITZ, Abraham (19050- 81). Makeup Kit of Abe Hurwitz - Peter Pan the Magic Man. Hinged faux leather makeup case with the return address label of Hurwitz above the clasp, the inside lined with photographs of dancers and filled with blotting tissue, a small hand mirror, and various makeup compounds as used by Hurwitz in his public performances. Case 12 ½ x 9 ½ x 3". Interior soiled from regular use, covering frayed, makeup in varying states of disintegration, but still, a charming relic from the career of this New York entertainer and personality. Sold together with an ALS from Hurwitz to the consignor, and a quantity of magic club periodicals from his collection. Hurwitz was an educator by training and helped found F.A.M.E. (Future American Magical Entertainers). His daughter went on to great notoriety and worldwide fame under her performing name, Shari Lewis.