Magic Collection (#99)

Chang T ien-Shi
CHANG T IEN-SHI, Master of the Heavens, depicted riding a tiger, holding the drink of eternal life and slaying the Five Venomous Beasts with his magic sword

Fecundity Talisman
A Chinese talisman which ensures fecundity - count them, five bouncing boys ! You should be so lucky !

Against Demons
A Chinese talisman against demons

Chinese Eagle Print
Popular talismanic print, depicting a protective EAGLE devouring a FEMALE FOX-DEMON

Sign for Sight
This magical sign will preserve your good sight, but it is best used with water collected on Ste. Petronillas day (31 May)

Tibetan Amulet-Box
TIBETAN AMULET-BOX This contained scrolls bearing magic formulae, protecting the wearer from demons and spirits

TET AMULET
TET (or TAT) AMULET An ancient Egyptian protection against misfortune

Necklace of Amulets
NECKLACE OF AMULETS Egyptians gave themselves all- round protection by wearing several amulets on one necklace

Magical Amulet
MAGICAL AMULET This Greco-Roman amulet, dating from about 400 BC, is inscribed with magical formulae promising protection for the wearer

Frog Amulet
FROG AMULET The frog was the emblem of Hegt, the Egyptian goddess of abundance; the Romans adopted it as a symbol of prosperity

Cornucopia Amulet
CORNUCOPIA AMULET For the Romans the cornucopia was a symbol of abundance, so as an amulet it was a promise of prosperity

Eye-Agate Talisman
EYE-AGATE TALISMAN Some agates, when cut, resemble an eye - so they are worn as a protection against the Evil Eye

FISH CHARM
FISH TALISMAN Because the Greek word for fish, ICHTHYS, is a monogram for Jesus, early Christians perceived the fish as a magical sign

Cross Talisman
CROSS TALISMAN For Christians, this symbol, representing the cross on which Jesus was crucified, offers powerful protection against his foe, the Devil

Serpent Talisman
SERPENT TALISMAN The serpent is emblematic of wisdom and eternity, and the talisman which incorporates it should bestow the first and promise the second

Caduceus Talisman
CADUCEUS TALISMAN symbolising wisdom and health, it was adopted by the medical profession who possess the first and bestow the second

Hand Talisman
HAND TALISMAN incorporating other signs and symbols, this is a very powerful protective emblem

Greek Vowel Talisman
GREEK VOWEL TALISMAN the seven Greek vowels were thought by some to have a special power, and were inscribed on talismans

Scarab Talisman
SCARAB TALISMAN To the ancient Egyptians the scarab was the emblem of re- creation, making this carved stone talisman a favourable symbol

ELF SHOT
ELF-SHOT These flint arrow-heads were supposed to be of fairy origin, and a valuable protection against the Evil Eye

Tau Talisman
TAU TALISMAN The letter T in ancient Greek, Hebrew and Semitic alphabets was sacred, and was adopted by the Christians as Saint Antonys Cross

Tibetan Food Stamp
TIBETAN FOOD STAMP This talisman was pressed onto soft foodstuffs, creating an image which protected the lamas from evil spirits

Egyptian Ankh Talisman
EGYPTIAN ANKH TALISMAN (also known as the crux ansata ) - the ancient Egyptian emblem of life

New Guinea Talisman
NEW GUINEA TALISMAN grotesquely carved wooden figure, intended to frighten away evil spirits by being even more hideous than them

Conch Shell Talisman
CONCH SHELL TALISMAN favoured by Buddhists who believe it confers many benefits on the wearer

Tusk Talisman
TUSK TALISMAN carved in basalt, worn by the Etruscans in honour of Isis, hoping for her protection

Tortoise Talisman
TORTOISE TALISMAN valued in the Far East as a protection against hostile magic

Egyptian Heart Talisman
HEART TALISMAN worn by ancient Egyptians to frustrate sorcerers who might try to steal their souls

H Dore / Ying and Yang
Pa-koa symbol incorporating the Ying and Yang

Merlin Forsaken
Merlin reveals the secrets of his magic to Vivien, who promptly deserts him

Witch Doctor
A ZULU WITCH DOCTOR

Witchs Visions
A witch conjures up visions which terrify a client

Black Mass 17th Century
The dubious abbe Guiborg, assisted by sorceress La Voisin, performs a messe noire to enable madame de Montespan, Louis XIVs mistress, to retain her power

Eleanor of Gloucester
Eleanor Cobham, Duchess of Gloucester, accused of practising magic to help her husband Humphrey to the throne, does public penance in the streets of London

Witch Weidlitz
An old witch working magic, using her distaff to cause a storm

Animal Magnetism Satire
The Magic Finger - an animal magnetiser portrayed as a donkey, with a lady patient

Witch Raising a Storm
Dancing on the cliff-edge near her cauldron, a witch raises a storm which will, hopefully, drive a vessel onto the rocks

Bewitching a Groom
A malevolent witch bewitches a groom in his stable, before doing magic on the horse

Witches Call up Storm
Scandinavian witches call up a storm

Witches Sell Winds
Finnish witches sell favorable winds to sailors

Nostradamus Mirror
NOSTRADAMUS, commanded by French queen Catherine de Medicis to foresee the destiny of the French royal house, shows her successors to her in a magic mirror

Roman Lady & Magician
A Roman lady in Britain consults a native magician

Florida Sorcerer
A tribal sorcerer in Florida seeks to learn the outcome of a projected military operation

Medicine Man Initiated
The initiation ceremony of a new medicine man of the Chippewa people

Brewing a Potion
Two witches brew a potion, adding a cock and a snake to the seething cauldron

Dee and Kelley
DR JOHN DEE and his assistant EDWARD KELLEY (with whom he exchanged wives from time to time) working magic

Cooking Children
For many of the best magic recipes, cooked children are an essential ingredient

Changing into Animals
When it suits them, witches change into animals, the better to ravage and devour

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"Unveiling the Enchantments: A Journey into the World of Magic" Step into a realm where wonders unfold and mysteries abound. In 1904, a little girl stumbled upon an extraordinary sight hidden within the bushes - an ethereal glimpse that would forever captivate her imagination. As night falls over Eilean Donan castle in Scotland, its mirrored reflection creates a surreal spectacle, as if transported to another dimension. The very essence of enchantment seems to seep through every stone and whisper in the wind. In Bolderwood, New Forest National Park, Hampshire, England, UK, sunlight weaves its way through towering trees like golden threads of sorcery. Nature's own spellbinding display leaves all who witness it breathless with awe. Embark on a magical carpet ride that transcends time and space; let your dreams take flight as you soar above clouds painted with hues only found in fairy tales. Lose yourself in this mystical journey where anything is possible. Shakespeare's "The Tempest" introduces us to Ariel - a spirit bound by magic and mischief. With each fluttering wingbeat or mischievous grin, he reminds us that true enchantment lies not just in spells but also within ourselves. Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde embody the duality of human nature; their story serves as a haunting reminder that even amidst darkness there can be traces waiting to be discovered. Houdini defied gravity atop skyscrapers - his death-defying stunts left audiences spellbound while showcasing his mastery over illusionary arts. Witnessing such feats ignites our belief in something beyond comprehension. Cardini mesmerized crowds with his sleight-of-hand tricks; his nimble fingers danced across playing cards like whispers from another world. His performances remind us that sometimes reality itself can be transformed by mere slight gestures.