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Rare vintage British magic-show stock poster printed by Moody Bros., Birmingham, England, featuring a red devil-like figure emerging from an erupting volcano, encircled by a large green serpent.
This design closely matches the stock poster catalogued by Potter & Potter sales as Harry Gold Presenting Bombay Mysteries, attributed to Moody Bros. and dated circa the 1920s.
Printer: Moody Bros., Birmingham, England
Registration number: 24504, as printed on the poster
Subject: Vintage magic, illusionism, theatrical advertising, fantasy imagery
Date: Circa 1920s, based on the related sale catalogue attribution
Artist signature: Present at the lower left; appears to read “Robt Kempf,” not independently verified
Printing technique: Color print, likely lithographic; exact process not independently confirmed
Dimensions:30x20 FT
Original paper poster showing substantial age-related wear. It has pronounced horizontal and vertical fold lines, wrinkles, edge wear. The paper is uneven and shows signs of handling and age.
The colors remain vivid and the artwork is visually striking. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they show the actual item and its condition.
A compelling collectible antique magic posters, British theatrical history, vintage illustration, and early 20th-century advertising.
Sold as pictured. No frame included. Please ask any questions before purchasing.