Oriental Square Circle - Mel Babcock - Smith Estate
Condition is Fine. This is a stunningly gorgeous piece that will resonate with anyone who appreciates the pagoda style of magic apparatus that many of us grew up in. Ornately decorated with beautiful transfers. Please note coupons and other specials are not usually eligible on Estate items. Also delivery will require a signature.
Availability: In stock
Collection: All Products, Antiques/Estate, Effects, Parlor Magic, Stage Magic, What's Hot, What's New
This is a standard square circle effect with an oriental appearance. The inner tube is square and is made to fit over the tapered load tube easily. The outer tube has a pagoda style top. A matching base is included. The effect is that both tubes are shown empty and then a large production is made. This prop is in perfect condition. This is truly a unique piece of apparatus the hope is the new owner will hold on to it for many years.
Dimensions - 11" TALL
Please note additional shipping probably will be required above and beyond what is paid a check out due to the size and requirements to package it correctly. Item will require insurance and declared value and a signature will be required for delivery. Other restrictions may apply.
Fun Fact - David Smith was a chemist by trade and worked for Alcoa Aluminum. During his tenure there he was awarded the patent for creating what is today some of the most immediately recognizable products by brand name or just instant recognition of the same type of technology uses for other food containers such as yogurt. As I was packing up the estate there were Pringles cans dispersed. Of course, I immediately thought - okay Dave is just using these for the ole' Snake in the Can, and while that may be true but when I learned the KICKER from his son - I immediately recognized a good and true story to share. The image you see of the assorted food storages was the original images used by Alcoa to launch this newer technology food preservation and packaging. And for those of you who are wondering - while Dave did get the Patent in his name - his employer Alcoa owned it from day one. But I mean how could I not share this story with you. What I love about the art of magic is you meet such a diverse group of people and for me it's the personal stories of the people that brings continued life to his pieces that we are honored to sale.
