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The Cocoon illusion presented by Buatier De Kolta at the Egyptian Hall, 1887. England's home...

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The Cocoon illusion presented by Buatier De Kolta at the Egyptian Hall, 1887. England's home of mystery. Lessee and manager Mr. J. N. Maskelyne. Le Cocon. By Buatier de Kolta. Maskelyne & Cooke's entertainment. The poster contains a description of the Cocoon illusion, taken from the Morning Post of May 3rd, 1887. - MS. inscription on poster verso: Aug 87. - On May 2nd, 1887 at the Egyptian Hall, Buatier de Kolta produced for the first time, in any country, his illusion called Le Cocon.
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British Library, London, UK
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A collection of pamphlets, handbills, and miscellaneous printed matter relating to Victorian entertainment and everyday life. Author: Evanion, Henry / Canning & Co. Lith. Ridgmount St, London. W.C. 1887. Source/Shelfmark: Evan.330 Optical illusions; Magicians; Visual perception; Magic tricks. ,De Kolta, Buatier, 1848-1903; Maskelyne, John Nevil, 1839-1917; Cooke, George Alfred, 1825-1905.

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