Maskelyne Collection

Jasper Maskelyne
JASPER MASKELYNE English stage magician who used his skills of illusion in the Middle East during World War Two

Maskelyne Magician Sand
JASPER MASKELYNE English stage magician performing a " sand trick" onstage

Maskelyne & Cooks automaton, Psycho
Maskelyne & Cooks thought-reading, whist playing automaton, Psycho, as demonstrated at the Egyptian Hall in Piccadilly, London

Maskelyne and Cookes "The Artists Dream". John Nevil Maskelyne and George Co
Maskelyne and Cookes " The Artists Dream". John Nevil Maskelyne and George Cooke, presented for the first time to a West End audience an entertainment they had been giving for several years

Spotlight operator, Maskelynes Theatre, London
Spotlight operator, Maskelynes Theatre, Langham Place, London. Date: circa 1930s

The Paramount cinema, Tottenham Court Road, London, lit up at night. Date: 1937

John Nevil Maskelyne performs a spirit cabinet illusion, c1910. Creator: Unknown
John Nevil Maskelyne performs a spirit cabinet illusion, c1910. How the tricks are performed - " A coach-horn or megaphone is useful for picking things up

Dr Nevil Maskelyne - Astronomer

Cover of the programme for The Egyptian Hall (engraving)
733546 Cover of the programme for The Egyptian Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cover of the programme for The Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly)

"The Mysterious Cabinet Trick"(engraving)
2777092 " The Mysterious Cabinet Trick" (engraving) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The Mysterious Cabinet Trick." Cartoon)

Mr Maskelynes New Magical Sketch, Egyptian Hall Mr Maskelynes New Magical Sketch
Mr Maskelynes New Magical Sketch, Arcana, Egyptian Hall, London. 1888

Cartoon, Thought-Reading, a comment on John Nevil Maskelynes doubts about the American stage mentalist, Washington Irving Bishop. 1885

Cartoon, Brothers in Distress, Bishop v. Maskelyne and Labouchere. They were accused of defaming an American stage mentalist, Washington Irving Bishop

Maskelyne and Cookes Automata at the Egyptian Hall (engraving)
1621592 Maskelyne and Cookes Automata at the Egyptian Hall (engraving) by Wilson, Thomas Harrington (fl.1842-86) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Zoe the drawing automation (b / w photo)
733547 Zoe the drawing automation (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Zoe, the drawing automation)

Maskelyne and Cooks New Mystery (engraving)
1616222 Maskelyne and Cooks New Mystery (engraving) by Watkins, Frank (fl.1859-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maskelyne and Cooks New Mystery)

Programme for The Egyptian Hall (engraving)
733549 Programme for The Egyptian Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Programme for The Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly, circa 1882)

Maskelyne and Cookes Automata at the Egyptian Hall (engraving)
608438 Maskelyne and Cookes Automata at the Egyptian Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maskelyne and Cookes Automata at the Egyptian Hall)

Sultan, mid-1850s. Creator: Mervyn Herbert Nevil Story-Maskelyne
Sultan, mid-1850s

XMAS TREE TRICK
Luckier than most of us, Mr Oswald Williams, the well- known conjurer of Jasper Maskelynes Theatre has only to say Hey Presto to make his own Christmas tree! Date: 15 November 1932

Jasper Maskelyne
JASPER MASKELYNE English stage magician who used his skills of illusion in the Middle East during World War Two Date: 1902 - 1973

Maskelyne & Cooks automata performing in London Maskelyne & Cooks automata
Maskelyne & Cooks automata perform at the Egyptian Hall in Piccadilly, London. Date: 1878

Nevil Maskelyne, English astronomer, (1836). Artist: E Scriven
Nevil Maskelyne, English astronomer, 1836. Maskelyne (1732-1811) was Astronomer Royal from 1765-1811. He was made a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1758

The Reverend Dr Nevil Maskelyne, English astronomer. Artist: E Scriven
The Reverend Dr Nevil Maskelyne, English astronomer. Maskelyne (1732-1811) was Astronomer Royal from 1765-1811. He was made a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1758

Nevil Maskelyne, fifth British Astronomer Royal, (1815). Artist: Page
Nevil Maskelyne, fifth British Astronomer Royal, (1815). Maskelyne (1732-1811) was Astronomer Royal from 1765-1811. He was made a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1758

Nevil Maskelyne, English astronomer, 1804. Maskelyne (1732-1811) was Astronomer Royal from 1765-1811. He was made a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1758

Nevil Maskelyne 1732-1811. British Astronomer From The Book "Gallery Of Portraits"Published London 1833
Nevil Maskelyne 1732-1811. British Astronomer From The Book " Gallery Of Portraits" Published London 1833

Maskelyne and Devant performing trick 1906
A trick without a title, Maskelyne and Devant stage magicians are offering 50 for the best title for their trick. In the course of the trick a man is bound to an iron frame in such a way that he

Maskelyne Spiritual Play
A SPIRIT CASE A satirical play by Maskelyne and Cooke. In this scene, Dr Blade relates to Slade. Date: 1882

Maskelyne and Cookes Mysteries
Promotional postcard for Will, the Witch and the Watchman, one of the most popular magic playlets performed by John Nevil Maskelyne and George Cooke

Maskelyne and Cookes Mysteries - The Artists Dream
Promotional postcard for Maskelyne and Cookes The Artists Dream. John Nevil Maskelyne and George Cooke, presented for the first time to a West End audience an entertainment they had been giving for

Poster, The Artists Dream, Maskelyne & Cooke
Poster for The Artists Dream, one of Maskelyne & Cookes Mysteries, performed on stage. The artist has painted a portrait of his recently deceased wife

View of Langham Place, London, at night, with (from left to right) All Souls Church, the Queens Hall, and St Georges Hall (Englands Home of Mystery)

John Nevil Maskelyne (1838 to 1917) was an English stage magician and inventor. Date: circa 1900

Nevil Maskelyne
NEVIL MASKELYNE astronomer Date: 1732 - 1811

HARRISON: TIMEKEEPER. Title page of the first edition of Nevil Maskelyne and John Harrisons The Principles of Mr. Harrisons Timekeeper, London, England, 1767

NEVIL MESKELYNE (1732-1811). English astronomer. Aquatint engraving, English, 1815

LONDON: EGYPTIAN HALL. The Egyptian Hall, London, England, as it was when John Nevil Maskelyne and Cooke made it Englands House of Mystery. Drawing, 19th century

John Nevil Maskelyne. English magician. Maskelyne testifying for the prosecution at Bow Street police court, London
JOHN MASKELYNE (1839-1917). John Nevil Maskelyne. English magician. Maskelyne testifying for the prosecution at Bow Street police court, London, England

Nevil Maskelyne (1732-1811) English astronomer. Astronomer Royal 1765-1811. (1804). Fellow of the Royal Society, 1758. Established Natical Almanack, 1766

JOHN MASKELYNE (1839-1917). John Nevil Maskelyne. English magician. Line engraving, 19th century

NEVIL MESKELYNE (1732-1811). English astronomer. Steel engraving, English, 1836

Wedding of Noel Maskelyne, magician
Noel Maskelyne (1902 - 1973), magician, pictured with his bride, Miss Isabel Jenkinson after their wedding at All Souls, Langham Place, London

Disappearing Milk Trick
Magic at Maskelynes : Magician Mr. Edward Victor, assisted by the lovely Miss Eileen O Connor, demonstrated the amazing Disappearing Milk trick! Date: 1930s

1767 John Harrison & marine timekeeper H4 1767 John Harrison & marine timekeeper H4
John Harrison, English clockmaker and inventor of the marine chronometer that solved the longitude problem (b. 24 March 1693 - d. 24 March 1776). An engraving by W

Playbill for Maskelyne & Cooke magical variety show
Playbill for performances of the show The Novelty of the Age, featuring magicians Maskelyne and Cooke, held at Berkley Castle, Blackpool, January 1870

Mr Maskelynes experiment - female spirit emerging from man
A photographic example of Mr Maskelynes experiment - a mechanical illusion of spiritual manifestations. Miss Cassie Brucea can be seen emerging from her father-in-laws body

Stage Magic Show
Advertisement announcing stage show of Maskelyne and Cook, stage magicians presenting themselves as Illusionists and Antispiritualists

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Maskelyne, a name that resonates with magic and wonder. From the legendary Jasper Maskelyne to the iconic Maskelyne and Cooke's "The Artists Dream, " this family has left an indelible mark on the world of illusion. Jasper Maskelyne, known as the greatest magician of his time, astounded audiences with his mind-boggling tricks. His collaboration with Cookes brought forth "The Artists Dream, " a spectacle that transported spectators into a realm where dreams became reality. But it wasn't just stage performances that made the Maskelynes famous. The automaton Psycho created by Maskelyne & Cooks was hailed as a technological marvel, captivating audiences worldwide. Behind the scenes, in London's prestigious Maskelynes Theatre, skilled spotlight operators worked their magic to enhance every performance. The theater itself became synonymous with enchantment and mystery. Not limited to stage illusions alone, there was also Dr Nevil Maskelyne - an esteemed astronomer who studied celestial wonders. His contributions to science were equally awe-inspiring as his magical counterparts'. The Egyptian Hall holds its own place in history thanks to Mr. Maskelyne's captivating shows. Its cover program showcased engravings depicting "The Mysterious Cabinet Trick" – an act that left audiences spellbound. Even beyond theaters and halls, the Paramount cinema on Tottenham Court Road proudly featured Mr. Maskelyne's New Magical Sketches – bringing joy and astonishment to moviegoers seeking escapism from everyday life. Cartoons featuring thought-reading antics or brothers in distress further cemented the legacy of this illustrious family. Their ability to entertain through various mediums knew no bounds. And let us not forget about one particular creation: Sand - a magician par excellence whose mastery over sleight-of-hand mesmerized all who witnessed it firsthand. Intrigue surrounds each mention of "Maskelyne. " It represents more than just a name; it symbolizes the art of illusion, the power to captivate and transport.