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An ancient sleight of hand trick considered one of the oldest magic tricks in history, often performed by street magicians.

Contributes to the reputation of Robert-Houdin as the father of modern conjuring and played a diplomatic role in French colonization efforts.

Highlighted Houdini's incredible escapology skills and pushed the boundaries of danger in performance magic.

Revolutionized illusions by showing the apparent dismemberment of an assistant, created by magician Robert Harbin.

A hallmark of stage illusion acts that involves making an assistant appear to float without any support.

A seminal illusion that has been a framework for complex variations and is a symbol of classic magic.

Named after Dante's exclamation during his acts, it was a famous traveling magic show illustrating the international popularity of grand illusion shows.

The illusion presented by Howard Thurston captivated audiences and was key to his recognition as a leading American magician in the early 20th century.

A dangerous and controversial illusion that has claimed the lives of several magicians.

A modern take on the sawing in half illusion that amplified the danger and spectacle of magic on television.

Cardini, known for his flawless sleight of hand, set the standard for card magicians and brought about 'The Cardini Grip'.

The Pendragons perfected the classic substitution trunk trick with unprecedented speed, contributing to the evolution of escape magic.

Harry Blackstone Sr. created an intimate yet astounding illusion that showcased the magical possible in ordinary objects.

Revolutionized magic with a focus on close-up tricks and an intimate, relatable presentation style that brought magic back into the public eye.

Rejuvenated interest in magic in the 1970s with a fresh, colorful aesthetic and a unique blend of illusion and musical theater.

Their acts with white tigers and lions brought a new dimension to Las Vegas shows, combining grand scale illusions with exotic animals.

Stirred significant controversy by revealing secrets behind many popular magic tricks on television, challenging magic's code of secrecy.

Known for blending psychological manipulation and suggestion with traditional magic techniques, fostering a modernized genre of magic act.

Paul Daniels popularized televised magic in the UK with his BBC television series, which brought family-friendly magic to a wide audience.