Harry Houdini signed

Hello, 

I have been offered this Houdini signed cut out. It comes with no paperwork/other etc. 

I would appreciate members help and input as to whether it's probable or as I suspect a secretarial/other. It is written using a fountain pen.

Regards, 

Mark 

Views: 228

Attachments: No photo uploads here

▶ Reply to This

Replies to This Discussion

Permalink Reply by Eric Keith Longo on January 15, 2021 at 9:08am

Hello,

Can you post a decent image? Neither of thses lend themselves ro examination apart from form, and that only the second image.

Permalink Reply by Eddy on January 15, 2021 at 12:19pm

Hi Mark,

From what I can see, this does not look right.

His signature varied somewhat over the decades, but this

looks very atypical.

Is it a reputable dealer who has offered it?  Someone who has

experience with Houdini?

Permalink Reply by Mark Adams on January 15, 2021 at 5:01pm

Here is a close up of the signature. 

It comes from a private buyer who bought it at auction a few years back for $950usd. He  has no expertise with HH etc.

I find it odd but as already pointed out his signature varied. It looks drawn and shaky on the 'Y'. 

Mark 

Attachments: No photo uploads here
Permalink Reply by Eddy on January 15, 2021 at 5:17pm

No, it doesn't seem right at all.  The fact that it's a cut signature with no context or inscription is an issue.

See what others say.

RSS

© 2024   Created by Steve Cyrkin, Admin.   Powered by

Badges  |  Report an Issue  |  Privacy Policy  |  Terms of Service