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Posted 7 months ago
zguy2112
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This is an original "The Amazing Randi" offset lithograph from my private collection of Magic posters. It is in excellent condition and measures approximately 25" x 34" circa. 1976
Randi's career as a professional stage magician and escapologist began in 1946. Initially he presented himself under his real name, Randall Zwinge, which he later dropped in favour of "The Amazing Randi". Early in his career, he performed numerous escape acts from jail cells and safes. On February 7, 1956, he appeared live on The Today Show, where he remained for 104 minutes in a sealed metal coffin that had been submerged in a hotel swimming pool, thus breaking what was said to be Houdini's record of 93 minutes.
This particular poster bears a secret message carefully hidden by Randi within the artwork that reads "Harry Houdini".....can you find the hidden message?
Magic PostersThe Golden Age of Magic (1875-1930) generated thousands of colorful posters…
I have never seen one before, thanks for the lesson. Was he the artist of this poster as well as the featured magician?
I have the magnifying glass to the screen and can't find it. I do see something small on the top barrel strap and in his beard, but no Harry name
I don't believe Randi was the actual artist but he did add the secret message within the artwork of the poster. To be completely honest, the secret message is written in morse code, not letters. I know where it is but will not reveal the location as others might want to try and spot it for themselves. Glad you enjoy the poster though. Thank you for your comment.
The "code" is easier to break than a locked jail cell. Not a common skill in this day of technology...so if you don't know it your chances will be dashed....
The other thing that always struck me about this poster is a proofreader error. Can you spot that?
That would be "Sidney", Australia.
stunning poster :)
Thanks brother. I appreciate that. How is the Nagel shopping going?
your very welcome buddy :) i did find the nagel book:) i havent posted yet and it does have mine in the book:)
Nice! I might do some Nagel shopping myself soon.
toolate2, you can be Amazing Randi's twin brother.