Potter & Potter Auction preview reception for The Ricky Jay Collection

Potter & Potter is thrilled to bring to auction the remarkable, singular, eclectic collection of Ricky Jay, the lauded actor, celebrated sleight-of-hand magician, and noted author, who curated his own extensive collection of magic, circus, and showbiz ephemera–a one-of-a-kind wunderkammer. From the literature of cheating, gambling, and conmen, to vibrant vintage circus and sideshow posters, flamboyant text-filled broadsides spanning the last four centuries, and memorabilia of magic shows of yesteryear, this, the first of three auctions promises to be a true celebration of curious characters and the rare relics that tell their stories.

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Preview reception with wine and light appetizers is free of charge. Potter & Potter Auctions, 5001 West Belmont Avenue, Chicago (at the corner of Belmont and Lavergne Avenues). Street parking is available.