329. Bland (J.) Soup and Bran Plates, a set of four large metal plates with chinoiserie decoration, to change bran into a pair of doves, 305mm. diameter
est. £200 – £300
See Prof. Hoffmann’s More Magic. This trick was a popular opening effect for Chung Ling Soo, and it is possible that this set of plates belonged to him. They were formerly the property of Billy McComb, who acquired material from Eric Mason, the Great Masoni, who bought at the Soo sale in Barnes.