Highly collectible piece of mid-century magic history: an authentic, vintage Improved Foo Can manufactured by the legendary Merv Taylor. Known for producing some of the finest professional-grade spun-metal apparatus of the 1940s and 1950s, Merv Taylor items are highly prized by collectors and performing magicians alike.
What makes this specific piece incredibly rare is that it comes as a complete estate find, featuring both the original branded box (with the red Merv Taylor Magic emblem) and the original printed instruction sheet.
Item Features & Condition:
• The Foo Can: Crafted from beautiful spun metal with a one-quart capacity. It features the classic elegant handle and tapered pitcher design. It is in great vintage condition with an attractive finish (please see photos for minor surface wear/patina typical of its age).
• The Original Box: Shows some shelf wear and age but remains structurally intact with the original manufacturer label proudly displayed.
• The Instructions: The original paper "Instructions in the Use of the New Merv Taylor Improved Foo Can" is included. It is fully legible with expected folding creases from decades of storage.
• Effect: Allows the performer to seamlessly vanish, produce, or continuously pour liquid (Lota-style effects) under close-up or stage conditions.
This is a fantastic opportunity to own a complete, collector-grade piece of classic American magic manufacturing. Perfect for display in a magic library or for immediate use in a classic parlor routine.
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