Framed Print : Houdini Exposes Trick
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Houdini Exposes Trick
Houdini demonstrates how with the help of an assistant, a skilful medium can exchange a blank slate for a marked one in mid-seance
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Assistant Blank Demonstrates Exchange Exposes Fraud Houdini Marked Medium Mediumship Seance Skilful Slate Trick Paranormal
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Houdini Exposes Trick" Framed Print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the legendary magician, Harry Houdini, in an intriguing moment as he demonstrates the art of the medium's tricky exchange. With the help of an assistant, Houdini masterfully switches a blank slate for a marked one in the midst of a seance, leaving audiences in awe. This vintage photograph, expertly framed, adds a touch of mystery and magic to any room. Bring home a piece of history and the enchantment of the unknown with this stunning framed print.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the legendary magician Harry Houdini in the midst of exposing a common trick used during seances involving mediums and marked slates. In the image, Houdini, dressed in his signature white tie and tails, stands confidently next to an assistant, both holding blank slates. The assistant, with her eyes closed and hands resting on the table, appears to be in a trance-like state, while Houdini prepares to reveal the deception. The paranormal phenomenon of mediumship, which claimed to allow communication with the deceased, was a popular belief during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Seances, held in dimly lit rooms, were a common method used by mediums to make contact with the other side. One popular tool used during these sessions was the slate, which was believed to be written on by spirits. However, Houdini, a renowned skeptic, set out to expose the fraudulent practices behind these supposed supernatural occurrences. In this trick, the assistant would secretly hold a marked slate, which she would then claim was written on by spirits during the seance. Houdini, with the help of an accomplice, would exchange the marked slate for a blank one, mid-session, and then reveal the trick to the audience. This photograph captures a moment in time when Houdini exposes the truth behind the seemingly paranormal, demonstrating the importance of critical thinking and skepticism in the face of the unknown. This historical image is a reminder of the rich history of magic and its role in debunking fraudulent practices, as well as the enduring fascination with the paranormal and the human desire to communicate with the deceased. The skillful use of lighting and composition in the photograph adds to the intrigue and mystery, making it a fascinating addition to any collection of historical images.
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