These pictures come from the Jagdbuch des Herzogs Johann Casimir von Sachsen-Coburg (The Hunting Book of Duke Johann Casimir of Saxe Coburg), c. 1639-1646. Link…
Le Retour à la raison - Starring Kiki. "The film was first shown shown at the "Cœur à Barbe" evening at the Theater Michel in July 6th. The film was ill-received by the audience, partly because the film broke twice during its projection." Link…
"With some hesitancy of speech but the loving touch of a collector he opened his parcel. "I have brought you, sir, only a few of my treasures, sir, but if you will call - " I heard no more. I remember only raising my hands before my eyes, as if I had been dazzled by a sudden shower of diamonds. In his trembling hands lay priceless treasures for which I had sought in vain … In the presence of his collection I lost all track of time." - Evanion’s collection as described by Harry Houdini in his book The Unmasking of Robert-Houdin, London, 1909. Link…