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Magician performing card trick to gathered crowd
Undated colour illustration of magician performing card trick to gathered crowd after an aquatint by J J Chalon, entitled L Escomoteur - 1814. HPG/8/2/1 (xliii)
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This illustration, entitled "L'Escomoteur" or "The Card Conjurer," is an undated color print after an aquatint by the renowned French artist J.J. Chalon, created in 1814. The image portrays a magician, dressed in the fashion of the early 19th century, skillfully performing a card trick for an enthralled crowd gathered in a bustling street setting. The magician's deft hands manipulate the cards with a subtle, almost imperceptible touch, as the onlookers lean in, fully engaged in the mystery and wonder of the moment. Children and women are among the enchanted spectators, their eyes wide with amazement and delight. The magician's expression is one of focused concentration, as if he is in a world of his own, oblivious to the excitement his performance is generating. The historical context of this print is further emphasized by the traditional French attire and the architectural details in the background, which suggest a European cityscape. The term "escomoteur" was commonly used in France during the 18th and 19th centuries to refer to a traveling magician or conjurer, who would entertain audiences in public spaces, such as markets, fairs, and streets. This print is a testament to the enduring appeal of magic and the power of a skilled performer to captivate and delight an audience, regardless of time or place.
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