{"product_id":"1895-frederick-bancroft-prince-of-magicians-poster","title":"1895 Frederick Bancroft Prince of Magicians Poster - Victorian Stage Magic - Gilded Age Vaudeville - Archival Print","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eVINTAGE PRINT REPRODUCTION: Historic reproduction of 1895 Frederick Bancroft Prince of Magicians Poster. Printed on archival-grade paper that maintains vivid color accuracy for over 100 years without fading or discoloration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003ePREMIUM GALLERY PAPER: Heavyweight fine art paper with non-reflective matte finish eliminates glare while delivering museum-grade appearance and lasting durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003ePROFESSIONALLY RESTORED: Each image is digitally restored by our art specialists to correct age-related deterioration while preserving authentic historical details and character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eBORDERLESS DESIGN: Artwork prints edge-to-edge for a seamless, gallery-ready appearance. Ships protected in rigid tube packaging to ensure safe delivery and perfect condition upon arrival.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eMADE IN USA: Our multi-step restoration process and quality control ensure each print meets professional standards. Every reproduction is individually inspected before shipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nProduced in 1895 by Buffalo's Courier Lithograph Company, this striking theatrical poster advertises Frederick Bancroft, celebrated as the \"Prince of Magicians.\" The vibrant artwork features dramatic mystical imagery and ornate Victorian typography, capturing the golden age of American vaudeville entertainment and stage illusion performances.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nDuring the 1890s, traveling magicians dominated theater circuits across America, drawing massive crowds to opera houses nationwide. Bancroft competed with renowned illusionists like Harry Kellar and Alexander Herrmann, each striving to astound audiences through increasingly elaborate performances that blended traditional conjuring with innovative theatrical spectacle.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nStage magic flourished as industrial America craved escapist entertainment beyond everyday factory life. Lithographic posters served as essential promotional tools, appearing on buildings weeks before performances. These colorful advertisements promised supernatural wonders and impossible feats, transforming mundane cityscapes into gateways of anticipation and mystery.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis magnificent poster represents a pivotal moment in American entertainment history before cinema's arrival. The artwork transports viewers to an era when live magic commanded cultural fascination. This remarkable piece serves as an extraordinary addition to any collection celebrating the enduring allure of theatrical memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Historic Prints","offers":[{"title":"8x10 Inch","offer_id":46553781436605,"sku":"ENPM0247_0810H","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11x14 Inch","offer_id":46553781469373,"sku":"ENPM0247_1114H","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x20 Inch","offer_id":46553781502141,"sku":"ENPM0247_1620H","price":58.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18x24 Inch","offer_id":46553781534909,"sku":"ENPM0247_1824H","price":67.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24x36 Inch","offer_id":46553781567677,"sku":"ENPM0247_2430H","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0504\/5459\/3725\/files\/ffaa0d71-0906-5fd3-86cb-55ac113ee025.jpg?v=1774966444","url":"https:\/\/historicprints.com\/products\/1895-frederick-bancroft-prince-of-magicians-poster","provider":"Historic Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}