Escape artist circus

Here's a series of rare photos of Houdini freeing himself from a roped chair. These come courtesy of mega collector Arthur Moses and are quintessential shots of Houdini in action!

A selection of photographs, taken in 2011 and earlier.

James VanDerZee, [Group in car], ca. 1920s (753.1990) James VanDerZee, The Actor, 1922 (853.2000) James VanDerZee, [Unidentified Man], ca. 1923 (650.1990) James VanDerZee, Escape Artist, 1924 (883.…

Harry Houdini's escapes were physically grueling so it's no wonder he exercised diligently and strenuously. His rigorous fitness regimen and unrelenting tour schedule kept him in tip-top shape. One doctor told the Boston Post that Houdini was “the most remarkable man I ever examined.” Houdini wasn't shy about showing off his bod, performing many of his tricks half-naked! Studio photograph of Houdini in white trunks and chains, c. 1905, modern photograph. Harvard Theatre Collection, Houghton…

Confessions of Crafty Witches This Spells is to Cast out any unwanted Energy or Spirits or negative Vibes from a home this can be done in a new home or current home You need A Deck of Cards Regular Cards or Tarot cards I like to put Runes or Sigils on the Cards 3 White Candles Grind the following together in a spice mill or using a mortar and pestle: 1/4 cup sea salt 1/4 cup lavender 1/4 cup rosemary 2 Tablespoons peppermint 1 tsp angelica A small pinch of dragon's blood resin and/or…

"How do you look at a poster of somebody being decapitated and not buy a ticket to see it performed live?"Magicians of the period typically got their star...

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Escape Artist

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