Toy Museum
Exhibitions
- Conjurer and collector: Wittus Witt presents a valuable French magic set.
Magic Moments
The magician's art in children's hands
Collection Wittus Witt
November 16, 2011 to February 19, 2012
The focus of this exhibition is the world of magic performed in the family home. A wealth of magic sets from the collection of renowned magic artist, Wittus Witt, proves that for more than 200 years, children and adults alike have fascinated their audiences with their magic wands and accessories. These include utensils carefully turned from wood as well as tricks fashioned from tin, textiles, cardboard and plastic. Books, prints and posters take us to the world of the great magicians, film clips introduce astounding tricks. And last but not least, Nuremberg's importance in the history of the magic art is made clear.
