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Zati Sungur
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| Zati Sungur | |
 Cover of Genii (1958) | |
| Born | March 10, 1898 Bursa, Turkey |
|---|---|
| Died | July 6, 1984 (age 86) Turkey |
| Resting place | Zincirlikuyu cemetery |
| Nationality | Turkish |
Zati Sungur was a professional illusionist, starting in 1920, that toured Europe and South America along with his real name as "Zati Bey", "Sati Richmond" and "Conde Sati von Richmond."[1][2]
He created the "Thin Model Sawing Illusion" around 1932.[3]
Sungur retired in 1965 to teach and manufacture magic.
He last appeared on stage was in 1983 during the months of April and May on a North American tour at the age of 86.[4]
Awards and honors
- Karlovy Vary Magic Festival - 1st prize 1975
- Karlovy Vary Magic Festival - 1st prize 1981
References
- ↑ http://www.zatisungur.org/
- ↑ http://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zati_Sungur
- ↑ Chapter 3 MODERN MAGIC AND ZATI SUNGUR in Magic in Istanbul by Dr. Metin And (1978)
- ↑ Obit, Genii 1984 July