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In the late 1920's, when [[Otto Hornmann]] tired of the magic business, he sold his company to | Sometimes called Duke or Fritz, he was well known in the New York City magic scene. | ||
In the late 1920's, when [[Otto Hornmann]] tired of the magic business, he sold his company to Ducrot, who kept the name as the [[Martinka-Hornmann Magic Co.]] | |||
He is known for inventing the classic [[Twentieth Century Silk]] trick. | He is known for inventing the classic [[Twentieth Century Silk]] trick. | ||
When Ducrot died in 1939, [[Al Flosso]], his friend from his Coney Island days, purchased the shop from his estate. | Ducrot continued to entertain throughout his life, frequently performing at magic club functions. When Ducrot died in 1939, [[Al Flosso]], his friend from his Coney Island days, purchased the shop from his estate. | ||
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Revision as of 07:04, 9 August 2014
| Frank Ducrot | |
 Cover of American Magician (May 1990) | |
| Born | Theodore Francis Fritz May 7, 1872 Brooklyn, New York |
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| Died | May 24, 1939 (age 67) |
| Notable works | Twentieth Century Silk |
| Known for | Owner of Martinka |
Frank Ducrot (1872 - 1939), was owner of the Martinka magic shop and a Chautauqua] performer. His performances featured hand shadows, chalk talk, Punch and Judy shows and chapeaugraphy.
Biography
Sometimes called Duke or Fritz, he was well known in the New York City magic scene.
In the late 1920's, when Otto Hornmann tired of the magic business, he sold his company to Ducrot, who kept the name as the Martinka-Hornmann Magic Co.
He is known for inventing the classic Twentieth Century Silk trick.
Ducrot continued to entertain throughout his life, frequently performing at magic club functions. When Ducrot died in 1939, Al Flosso, his friend from his Coney Island days, purchased the shop from his estate.
References