No. 102444375

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Anonymous - Karmi swallows a loaded gun - 1910s
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Anonymous - Karmi swallows a loaded gun - 1910s

Original 1914 Kar-Mi magic show advertising poster titled “Swallows a Loaded Gun Barrel and Shoots a Cracker from a Man’s Head.” This rare stone lithograph promotes vaudeville illusionist Kar-Mi (Joseph Hallworth), known for his dangerous sword-swallowing and sharpshooting acts in early 20th-century traveling shows. Professionally linen-backed for preservation and display. A striking and highly collectible example of early American circus and magic advertising. Details: Date: 1914 Printer: National Printing & Engraving Co. Size: approx. 105 x 70 cm Medium: original color lithograph on paper, linen backed Condition: [describe honestly – e.g. minor restoration, edge wear, etc.] Frame: included (if selling framed) Condition Notes: Typical age-related wear. Linen backing stabilizes original folds and enhances display. Why it’s collectible: Classic sideshow / magic imagery Early 20th-century lithography Rare survival in large format Strong visual appeal for collectors of circus, magic, and Americana. This will be sold out of its frame.It does not include the frame and will be shipped in a tube.

No. 102444375

No longer available
Anonymous - Karmi swallows a loaded gun - 1910s

Anonymous - Karmi swallows a loaded gun - 1910s

Original 1914 Kar-Mi magic show advertising poster titled “Swallows a Loaded Gun Barrel and Shoots a Cracker from a Man’s Head.”
This rare stone lithograph promotes vaudeville illusionist Kar-Mi (Joseph Hallworth), known for his dangerous sword-swallowing and sharpshooting acts in early 20th-century traveling shows.
Professionally linen-backed for preservation and display. A striking and highly collectible example of early American circus and magic advertising.
Details:
Date: 1914
Printer: National Printing & Engraving Co.
Size: approx. 105 x 70 cm
Medium: original color lithograph on paper, linen backed
Condition: [describe honestly – e.g. minor restoration, edge wear, etc.]
Frame: included (if selling framed)
Condition Notes:
Typical age-related wear. Linen backing stabilizes original folds and enhances display.
Why it’s collectible:
Classic sideshow / magic imagery
Early 20th-century lithography
Rare survival in large format
Strong visual appeal for collectors of circus, magic, and Americana.

This will be sold out of its frame.It does not include the frame and will be shipped in a tube.

Bidding closed
Juan Antonio Rodríguez
Expert
Estimate  € 550 - € 650

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