Ehrich Collection

HARRY HOUDINI (1874-1926). American magician. Houdini overpowers Eugene Pallette in Terror Island, 1920

HARRY HOUDINI (1874-1926). American magician. Houdini appearing before a Senate committee to expose fake spiritualists, 1926

Crate containing Harry Houdini, being lowered into New York Bay, 1912 (b / w photo)
1766199 Crate containing Harry Houdini, being lowered into New York Bay, 1912 (b/w photo) by Dietz (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Houdini, born Erik Weisz (1874-1926) in Budapest

Houdini Posing With Female Medium
Escapologist Harry Houdini posing with the confessed fraudulent medium, Anna Clark Benninghoffer in the early twentieth century. Date: circa 1915

Harry Houdini, Tied Up
Harry Houdini the Austrian-Hungarian escapologist (1874 to 1926) being tied up by two members of his audience. Date: circa 1910

Houdini Preparing for Bridge Jump
The prolific Austrian-Hungarian escape artist Harry Houdini preparing for one of his many daring feats of escapology, this time a highly publicised Bridge Jump whilst in metal chains. Date: circa 1910

HARRY HOUDINI (1874-1926). Nee Ehrich Weiss. American magician. With Senator Arthur Capper testifying before the Senate District Committee to expose fraud spiritualists and fortune tellers

HARRY HOUDINI (1874-1926). American magician. Houdini (left), testifying before Senator Arthur Capper, (right) and the Senate District Committee on Spiritualism, 1925

HARRY HOUDINI (1874-1926). American magician. Houdini in handcuffs and chains, at the start of one of his miraculous escapes, 27 February 1918

Harry Houdini in chains, c. 1899 (b / w photo)
XOS1766207 Harry Houdini in chains, c.1899 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

Harry Houdini, King of Cards, 1895 (colour lithograph)
XOS1766205 Harry Houdini, King of Cards, 1895 (colour lithograph) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Born Erik Weisz (1874-1926) in Budapest.); American

HARRY HOUDINI (1874-1926). Nee Ehrich Weiss. American magician. Poster advertising an appearance at the Regent Theatre in Salford, England. Lithograph, c1904

HARRY HOUDINI (1874-1926). American magician. Houdini in a straitjacket suspended in midair over a subway excavation in New York City; photographed in 1916

HARRY HOUDINI performing his Iron Can escape illusion: American poster, early 20th century
HARRY HOUDINI performing his " Iron Can" escape illusion: American poster, early 20th century

Houdini & his Wife
Mr & Mrs Ehrich Weiss

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Ehrich Weiss, famously known as Harry Houdini, was an extraordinary American magician who captivated audiences with his mind-boggling illusions and death-defying stunts. Born in 1874, Houdini's legacy still lives on today. One of his most iconic moments was captured in 1920 when he overpowered Eugene Pallette in the thrilling movie Terror Island. With his unmatched skills and charisma, Houdini left viewers spellbound. In 1914, a mesmerizing poster showcased Houdini performing his Torture Cell escape illusion. This daring act demonstrated his ability to free himself from seemingly impossible situations, leaving spectators awestruck. Houdini's determination to expose fake spiritualists led him to appear before a Senate committee in 1926. He fearlessly fought against deception and fraudulence while shedding light on the truth behind these practices. Throughout his career, this legendary magician amazed audiences worldwide with astonishing acts such as being tied up or locked inside crates submerged underwater. His audacious bridge jump preparations were just another testament to his unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries. Beyond the stage lights and grand performances, Ehrich Weiss remained the man behind the magic – a humble individual whose passion for illusion knew no bounds. From emerging from galvanized caskets to posing alongside female mediums, Houdini's enigmatic persona continued to fascinate people throughout history. Although he tragically passed away in 1926 at the age of 52, Harry Houdini's influence remains imprinted upon modern-day magicians and performers alike. His name will forever be synonymous with awe-inspiring feats that defy logic and challenge human capabilities.