Vintage Ernest Sewell Cabinet of Conjuring Tricks (No. 4 Size) – Complete with Original Instructions | Mid-20th Century British Magic Set
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Step into a world of classic stagecraft and theatrical wonder with this beautifully preserved Ernest Sewell Cabinet of Conjuring Tricks, No. 4 size – a rare and captivating example of British mid-century toy making at its finest.
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Produced by Ernest Sewell Ltd., a celebrated name in the world of magical entertainment, this set was part of a series of conjuring cabinets designed to bring professional-quality illusions into the hands of amateur magicians and curious children alike. As proudly stated on the box, this was a product “Made in England – Entirely British Throughout”, with a legacy of being presented before members of the Royal Family at Windsor Castle.
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Set Features & Highlights:
 
No. 4 Size Cabinet: A generously appointed edition featuring an array of vintage magic props and materials, all stored in the original maroon leatherette-covered box with lift-up lid and pull-out drawer.
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Original Printed Instructions: Mounted on the inside of the lid, these offer step-by-step guidance for performing a wide range of illusions, including The Ring in the Ball of Wool, The Magic Cannon, Vanishing Thimble, The Enchanted Ball Box, The Chinese Linking Rings, and more.
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Vintage Props and Accessories: Includes handkerchiefs, flowers, linking rings, trick cards, disappearing coin boxes, miniature booklets, and other charmingly crafted apparatus – many in their original compartments. Please note this item is sold as found, with some items missing. Those items that are missing are small things such as a dice or coin, which you could easily add, if you were considering using the set as intended. 
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Photographic Lid Panel: The lid features a portrait of Ernest Sewell himself, complete with a facsimile signature and endorsement of the set’s quality and ease of use – “No Practice Required.”
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Condition:
The set is in very good vintage condition, with all compartments intact and many of the original items present (see above). The instruction sheet is clear and legible, showing some age-related wear and minor staining, as expected for its age. Outer box shows light rubbing to the corners but retains its structural integrity and retro charm.
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A Magical Collector’s Piece
Whether you are a collector of vintage toys and games, a magic enthusiast, or simply charmed by the nostalgia of traditional British playthings, this Ernest Sewell Cabinet offers a glimpse into a more imaginative age – where mystery, misdirection, and marvels came tucked in a velvet-lined drawer.
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Dimensions (approx.):
Box width: 30 cm
Box height 15cm
Depth: 30cm
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Date: Circa 1940s–1950s
Origin: Made in England
Maker: Ernest Sewell Ltd.