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BLACKSTONE, Harry (Henry Boughton, 1885 - 1960). Blackstone Crowned “King of Magicians.” Erie: Erie Litho., 1934. Bright profile bust portrait poster of Blackstone in cape and bowtie, surrounded by a regal purple border with text below describing his new royal title. 27 ¾ x 42 ½”. Borders and old folds restored; B. Linen backed. UNCOMMON.

Blackstone was crowned “King” of magicians by an organization he founded, the International Magic Circle. The organization came into being after a rift between Blackstone and W.W. Durbin, then-president of the International Brotherhood of Magicians developed. The title of “king” was conferred on Blackstone at his magic club’s annual convention, held in Detroit in 1934. Erie Litho designed and printed several classic Blackstone lithographs, including the well-known “Oriental Nights” image.

 BLACKSTONE, Harry (Henry Boughton, 1885 - 1960). Blackstone...
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