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Marvin The Amazing Magic Man

Magic Set
2002 (manufactured)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

A magic set with 36 magic tricks hidden inside a plastic figure, Marvin The Amazing Magic Man. The moulded plastic figure is wearing a top hat, suit and boots, with a red bow tie and wand. Each part of his body comes apart and holds miniature props to complete a trick. He also comes with a book of instructions on how to perform the tricks and a box.

Object details

Object type
Parts
This object consists of 4 parts.
(Some alternative part names are also shown below)
  • Figure
  • Magic Set
  • Magic Trick Set
  • Booklet
  • Box
TitleMarvin The Amazing Magic Man (manufacturer's title)
Materials and techniques
Brief description
A magic set inside a plastic figure, Marvin The Amazing Magic Man, made in China for Marvin's Magic in 2002
Physical description
A magic set with 36 magic tricks hidden inside a plastic figure, Marvin The Amazing Magic Man. The moulded plastic figure is wearing a top hat, suit and boots, with a red bow tie and wand. Each part of his body comes apart and holds miniature props to complete a trick. He also comes with a book of instructions on how to perform the tricks and a box.
Dimensions
  • Width: 19cm
  • Approx height: 35cm
Collection
Accession number
B.30:1-2003

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Record createdFebruary 10, 2004
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