![]() The greatest magician and escape artist of all time, Harry Houdini was born in Budapest, Hungary in 1874, as Erik (or Ehrich) Weisz, one of the 6 children of Rabbi Mayer Weisz. The museum is a meeting point for magicians and lovers of illusions from all over the world, the brainchild of the Hungarian escapologist David Merlini. The first and only House of Houdini in Europe has opened its door in June 2016, just a few minutes’ walk from the Funicular on the Buda Hill. Houdini Budapest Poster Handcuff King History of the House of Houdini The collection is a result of 17 years of work. ![]() The House of Houdini also features interactive programs, a research centre and a showroom as well, which is ideal for young magicians to hone their skills, and perform to the public. The House of Houdini, just like its bigger counterpart in New York city, exhibits authentic Houdini memorabilia, including his handcuffs, straitjackets, posters, books, original Houdini items such as personal letters, and the key of the burnt Houdini Museum in Chicago. ![]() Visitors are then confronted with a full size safe which only opens when a question is answered. House of Houdini Budapest House of HoudiniĪt the entrance of the House of Houdini, there is a copy of the Water Torture Cell from the latest Houdini film featuring Adrien Brody – without the front panel – containing 52 roses, commemorating each year of his life, presenting a unique tribute to the legendary artist. The specialty museum is more than just exhibits, there are also fun and entertaining magician shows to savour on its magic stage. ![]() House of Houdini – located close to the building of the Buda Castle in Budapest – presents the life and shows of the world famous illusionist born in Hungary. Buda Castle Walk & Bus Tour with Parliament Tour.Budapest E-Scooter Ride with expert Guide.Buda Castle Virtual History Tour Budapest.Additionally this copy bears the ownership inscription and address of Gordon Freeman, the self-proclaimed "'World's Worst Inventor' and Entertainer Magician". The inscription on front free endpaper reads "With the compliments of the author Houdini May 14/20” in stunning bold turquoise ink. Numerous illustrations, hinges weak and index/list of illustrations detached at rear and slightly frayed/soiled at fore-edge, original pictorial cloth, 8vo, New York, 1908.įine copy. The Master - Houdini (Harry) The Unmasking of Robert-Houdin, first edition, presentation copy signed in brilliant bold turquoise ink by the author, "With the compliments of the author Houdini May 14/20”. An original SIGNED 1908 FIRST Edition of "The Unmasking of Robert-Houdin", from the original New York printer "The Publishers Printing Company" (not the later release from London). Here is an extraordinary piece of history. The greatest magician that ever lived, whose popularity today is even more then when he was alive 100 years ago. Rare Authentic Vintage Signed Autographed Book Harry Houdini Original Vintage Magic Memorabilia Collectibles Autographs For Sale
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