An interesting collection of approximately 28 original vintage issues of The Linking Ring, the historic monthly journal of the International Brotherhood of Magicians (IBM). Dating from 1931 through to the 1950s, this collection offers a fascinating snapshot of the golden age of twentieth-century conjuring and the international magic fraternity. The collection includes early pre-war material alongside a particularly attractive selection of post-war issues, with colourful illustrated covers, photographic portraits and original period artwork. A fascinating collection for magic historians and collectors. The magazines feature: • Portraits and articles about notable magicians of the period. • Historical accounts of stage magic, illusion and conjuring. • Original illustrations and photographic features. • Period advertising for magic apparatus, publications and equipment. • Reports and material relating to the International Brotherhood of Magicians. • Distinctive 1930s, 1940s and 1950s cover artwork and typography. COLLECTOR’S APPEAL The Linking Ring is an important historical publication in the world of magic. Published by the International Brotherhood of Magicians, it documents the development of conjuring, the performers, personalities and techniques of the period. These original magazines are increasingly interesting as historical documents, particularly for collectors researching the history of magic and entertainment. The collection is being offered together as one substantial lot. CONDITION Original vintage publications showing signs of age and handling. There is some expected age-related wear, discolouration and handling to the covers and paper. Please study the photographs carefully as they form an important part of the description. These are genuine vintage publications, not modern reproductions. A lovely opportunity to acquire a varied collection of original mid-century magic history. Sold as one collection. Not a complete consecutive run.