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DUNNINGER, Joseph (1892-1975). Dunninger Bust by Rafael Santiago. Heavy plaster bust of the mind reader and magician sculpted by Rafael Santiago, bearing an engraved plaque below the likeness stating, “Joseph Dunninger / World Premier Mentalist / Magician, author, inventor, designer of spectacular illusions. Versatile teacher of mystery. Born April 28, 1892 Died March 9 1975 / Portrait executed by Santy the Magician.” Height 16 ¾". One of three busts cast by Santiago. Minor wear and tiny chips; very good condition. This bust was done in tribute to “The Amazing Dunninger,” the famous mentalist. He was one of the first mentalists to work on radio and television and was an avid debunker of fraudulent mediums.