1920 Harold Presente Le Coupeur de Tetes lobby display 

​This is an exceptionally rare original (circa: 1920) example of Harold Presente Le Coupeur de Tetes. Paris, France. Color lithograph magic and macabre poster bearing a bloody and horrific Grand Guignol-style depiction of a decapitation illusion. The stunning work of French artist Harfort is bone chilling and curiously morbid. This magnificent piece measures 55" x 71". Professionally framed, linen backed and stretched. Some minor wear due to age.

italian bronze sculpture of an angel, cherub, and lion

20th century Italian life size bronze sculpture of the depiction of an angel, cherub, and lion on pedestal with clawed feet. This work of art is distinguished in bronze that makes this rare sculpture very unique and breathtaking. Angelic statuary represent a prominent role in the affairs of mankind, with some viewed as warriors, others as messengers, and still others as protectors. These can be seen near the tops of buildings overlooking many cities of the world, or in cemeteries watching over the souls of the deceased. Angels have been adopted by many for decorative or figurative purposes in numerous yards and gardens, providing atmosphere, solace, peace and beauty. In Christian belief, many of the faithful see angels as protectors, yet not only for themselves. With the angels who watch over the children beholding the face of God. Cherub are attendants to God in the Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions. Their main duties are to praise God and to support his throne, though their roles vary from culture to culture. They often portrayed as human figures having four wings, and they are usually painted blue, which signifies knowledge. In Christian art, however, cherubim usually appear as children, most often as chubby, winged babies. ​Sculpture of Lions have been widely used to provide a sense of majesty and awe, especially on public buildings. Lions were bold creatures, and many ancient cities would have an abundance of lion sculptures to show strength in numbers as well. This usage dates back to the origin of civilization. The first initial bronze age statue representation of a lion originated from southern Italy approx. 1000–1200 years BC. 

1962 ORIGINAL LAST POSED PHOTOGRAPHS OF MARILYN MONROE

These are the 100 percent original, hugely sought after, documented and irreplaceable C-prints from the negatives of Bert Stern (American; 1929-2013). They were photographed at the Bel-Air Hotel six weeks prior to Marilyn Monroe's tragic death. Work is titled "Print Scarf", "Wedding Veil", "Multitude Of 9 Prints" and "Orange, Yellow And White Scarf" from "The Last Sitting" bestselling publication. Reference: "The Last Sitting" 1982, pages 100-101, pages 42-43 and pages 48-49 by Bert Stern. Provenance: 1979 Boris Gallery of Photography, Boston, Massachusetts with the approval of Bert Stern. Artist information: Bert Stern "His best-known work is this collection of photographs, some nude or semi-nude, taken of Marilyn Monroe over a three-day period, six weeks before her death. As they were the last posed photographs taken of Monroe, the portfolio has come to be known as "The Last Sitting". The photographs were taken for Vogue Magazine, who published several of them following Monroe's death. A book containing the photographs in my possession, including the examples that Monroe had crossed out with lipstick was published in 1982 with the title "Marilyn Monroe: The Last Sitting". Rarity of the highest order! Professionally framed. 
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Publications: The Last Sitting (1982)

1926 Carter the Great - Condemned to Death for Witchcraft

1926 original Carter the Great. Condemned to Death for Witchcraft. Cheats the Gallows. Cleveland: The Otis Litho. Co., ca. 1926. Billboard-size stone lithograph depicting the magician’s limp body hanging from a noose, his ghost floating up and away from the crowd below. Charles Carter (1874 –1936) was an American stage magician. Among the highlights of Carter's stage performances during his career were the classic "sawing a woman in half" illusion, making a live elephant disappear and "cheating the gallows", where a shrouded Carter would vanish, just as he dropped at the end of a hangman's noose. He was also known for devising acts that were inspired by recent events that captured the public's imagination, such as the discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb in 1922 or John Dillinger's famous jailbreak in 1934.​This incredible display is linen backed and measures an impressive 78" x106". Some minor wear due to age.

 ITALIAN SEASIDE VILLA OIL on canvas PAINTING

Italian Seaside Villa. Executed in oil on canvas, circa mid-1900s. An original seaside villa landscape painting by L. Kern. It features a heavily flowered villa with a beautiful seaport in the distance. Signed L. Kern in the bottom right corner. It is set in a robust wood frame with molded accents. Size with frame is 44” x 55”. Professionally framed and canvas stretched. 

GOODFELLAS CAST SIGNED ORIGINAL MOVIE POSTER​ Display

1990 Goodfellas original motion picture poster. Autographed by the film's director and the entire cast. Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci, Ray Liotta, Lorraine Bracco, Paul Sorvino, Samuel L. Jackson, etc. Filmed in 1990 and shot in New York, New Jersey and Chicago, IL. Goodfellas was directed by Martin Scorsese. It is an adaptation of the 1985 book "Wiseguy" written by Nicholas Pileggi, who co-wrote the screenplay with Scorsese. The film describes the rise and fall of mob associate Henry Hill and his friends and family from 1955 through 1980. The cast features Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci, Ray Liotta, Lorranie Bracco, Paul Sorvino, Samuel L. Jackson, Frank Sivero and Michael Imperioli. The film was nominated for six Academy Awards. The film won five awards from the British Academy of Film and Television Arts. Goodfellas is widely regarded as one of the greatest gangster films ever created. In 2000, it was deemed "culturally, historically and aesthetically significant" and selected for the preservation in the National Film Registry by the United States Library of Congress. Professionally framed and matted. Autographs in silver and gold pen. 

1800s pair of carved vicenza stone statues with urn supported by putti 

​A scarce pair of 19th century Italian carved vicenza stone term figures. Each having urns supported by putti and a father figure resting on a tapered pedestal and raised on a stepped base. Vicenza Stone is a natural limestone quarried in Italy. In use since Roman times, this material has proven its durability and beauty. After sculpting, Vicenza stone continues to cure and harden. The characterization of putti dates back to the ancient classical world of Renaissance and Baroque art. Putti, also called armorini or cherubs are sometimes winged; often they are naked or semiclad. The putti derived from old world Roman and Greek art representing personification of Greek god of love Euros. Cupid was also often represented as a putto. Size: 84" x 20" x 13". 

gentlemans fox hound hunt oil on canvas painting

Portrait of a Gentleman's Fox Hunt on a Hilly Landscape. Oil on canvas, circa mid 1800s, housed in the original gold deep cove frame. Light overall craquelure and minor paint loss to frame. The gilt frame is 3 1/2" wide. Size: 16" x 27".

​HERRMANN THE GREAT MAID ON THE MOON LOBBY DISPLAY

French magician extraordinaire Alexander Herrmann lobby display for his touring show titled "Maid Of The Moon." H. C. Miner Lithograph Co. New York, 1896. H. C. Miner was in business from 1896 through 1935. They were primarily used by United Artists and Fox for their lithography work. His stage name was Herrmann The Great and thrilled audiences from 1862 until his death in 1896. In 1871 Herrmann The Great began a three-year run at the legendary Egyptian Hall, which he called his show "one thousand and one nights". The Egyptian Hall was one of the first buildings in England to be inspired by Europe's new interest in the various temples on the Nile, the Pyramids and the Sphinx. Herrmann mystified his audiences with his intense eyes, imposing mustache and a unique goatee that gave him a satanic appearance. Herrmann the Great helped design the famed and dangerous magic trick "The Bullet Catch." The bullet catch is a trick in which a magician has a spectator mark a bullet and load it into a gun. Then the spectator fires directly at the magician, who appears to catch the bullet in his mouth and sometimes in his hand. Magicians often refer to the legend of twelve magicians that have died attempting this illustrious trick. Custom framed and staggering in size 54" x 114" and 1/2 inch in thickness. Brilliant in color and quality, this mystical billboard is nothing less than breathtakingly dramatic. The flying maid illuminating in all her glory with the turn of the century art deco smiling half-moon. Demands one's full attention.

"MICKEY MANTLE QUITS" BASEBALL ORIGINAL NEWSPAPER display

November 17, 1968. Original Front page New York's Sunday Newspaper. Mickey Charles Mantle (October 20, 1931 – August 13, 1995), nicknamed "The Commerce Comet" and "The Mick". He played his entire MLB career with the New York Yankees from 1951 through 1968 as a center fielder, right fielder and first baseman. Mantle was considered one of the best players and regarded by many as the best switch hitter in history. Mantle was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1974 and was elected to the Major League Baseball All-Century Team is 1999. He hit 536 MLB career home runs, batted .300 or better ten times and was an All Star twenty times. Mantle appeared in twelve World Series including seven championships, and he holds World Series records for the most home runs with eighteen. Even though Mantle had a legendary career, his career was plagued with injuries. Many baseball historians often ponder "what if" Mantle had not been constantly injured and had been able to lead a healthy career. Mantle formally announced his retirement at age 37 on March 1, 1969. He gave his "farewell" speech on "Mickey Mantle Day", June 8, 1969, at Yankee Stadium. A very special Mickey Mantle and baseball collectible. Professionally framed, matted and engraved. 

​1912 THE GREAT ROLAND ILLUSIONIST LOBBY DISPLAY

Another extremely rare piece of history in the world of Illusion and Magic. Original The Great Roland, Leeds, John Waddington Print, 1912 lobby display board. Huge collector importance. Framed full-length portrait poster of the Czech magician in white tie and tails. Oval bust portraits of Roland and his chief assistant, Marjorie Russell, float above two vignettes from Roland’s stage show: the Flying Lamp and an illusion in which a woman in a cloth cabinet is transformed into a man. Often compared to the famous illusionist Horace Goldin, Roland retired from the stage after the first World War and returned to his hometown, Prague, where he worked as a dentist for the rest of his life. It is 8 feet tall (45" x 96"), very attractive and well-preserved. Professionally framed, linen backed and stretched.  Excessively rare! 

 ITALIAN VILLiAge flowered walkway OIL ON CANVAS PAINTING

Portrait of a charming, flowered walkway through an Italian village. Oil on canvas with impasto details, signature by J. Glenn. Circa 1900s. It is presented in a rich wood frame with molded accents. Size with frame is a large 48” x 60”. The frame is 6" wide. Professionally framed and canvas stretched.