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Revision as of 19:11, 26 September 2008
Wiljalba Frikell (June 27, 1817 - October 10, 1903), born Friedrich Wilhelm Frickel, was a German magician. He often performed as Professor Frikell.
As one of the most famous magician of his time, Frikell developed and act without the usual equipment on the stage, entertaining his audience through his dexterity.
Frikell performed across Europe, Egypt, India and in 1872 a successful appearances in the United States. He published several books with cards and magic tricks.
Danish King Christian VIII honored Frikell with the Dannebrog Order of Civil Merit.
Houdini tried for months to interview Frikell before he heard that he was the first to work in evening clothes, rather the the flowing robes that magicians were known for during his day. But Frikell passed away before he could.
Works
- Professor Wiljalba Frikell's Lessons in magic: Or, Two hours of illusions, without the aid of apparatus (1858).
- The secret out: Or, One thousand tricks with cards, and other recreations. (1859)
- Parlor tricks with cards (1863).
- Book of riddles and five hundred home amusements (1868).
- The magician's own book, or The whole are of conjuring (1870).
- Hanky panky,: A book of conjuring tricks (1875).
- 150 magic parlor tricks(1907).
References
- The Secret Life of Houdini By William Kalush
