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JANSEN
(Harry August 1883-1955, Danish-born American Entertainer who traveled the world as a professional magician under the name Dante the Magician)
Small vintage photo signed 'Dante the Magician' and inscribed
Sim Sala Bim! showing him head and shoulders in profile, 3¾ x 2½, no place, August
Item Date: 1936
£150
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Background
Dante was known throughout the world under the name Dante the Magician, working in vaudeville, burlesque, legitimate theatre, films, and in later years, television. Dante and his troupe, consisting of between 25 and 40 performers, made several global trips and appeared in many U.S. theatres. His stage trademark was to utter three nonsense words, Sim Sala Bim (taken from the lyrics of a Danish children's song) during his performances to acknowledge applause.
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