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One sheet reproduction, Malini the Magician
was the stage name of Max Katz Breit, a Polish magician who immigrated to the United States and became known for his close-up magic and bold personality. The image is a vintage poster advertising his "Round the World Tour" and his command performances for various heads of state.
Max Malini's notable career points include:
He toured the globe eight times and performed for US presidents, kings, emperors, and czars.
He was known for his sleight of hand and tricks that appeared impromptu.
One of his signature tricks involved a "blindfold card stab," where he would correctly impale a named card with a knife while blindfolded.
His "Block of Ice Production" trick was also famous, where he would produce a large block of ice from a borrowed hat. |
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