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Chiromagica
McLoughlin Brothersca. 1870
The New York Historical
New York, NY, United States
McLoughlin Brothers' 1885 catalogue described Chiromagica as a "wonderful contrivance" based on "scientific principles" and noted that it affords "endless amusement for the family circle." The Magician's hand miraculously indicates the correct answers to questions posed by questions on the game cards.
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Details
- Title: Chiromagica
- Creator: McLoughlin Brothers
- Date Created: ca. 1870
- Location Created: New York, New York, United States
- Physical Dimensions: Container (box): 2 x 11 3/4 x 11 3/4 in. (5.1 x 29.8 x 29.8 cm)
- Type: Arifact
- Medium: Wood, glass, paper
- Object Number: 2000.488
- Credit Line: New-York Historical Society, The Liman Collection
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