By Anne Gilbert Who isn’t fascinated by magic tricks and the magicians who perform them ? When the subject comes up the most familiar name is “Houdini.” For collectors “Houdiana” covers a variety of items related to magician Harry Houdini(1874-1926), born Erik Weiz, the famous magician of the early 20th century. Posters, event tickets and objects used in his shows find eager […]

By Robert Reed Collectors today can take that dreamed of trip, or they can seek out a treasured travel poster of the past.  Either way they are sure to have something to long remember.  From air travel to railways, and from bicycles to ocean liners, travel posters have lured people to find some means to roam distant locations.  Generally, for […]

In a metro area rich with history, character, and the thrill of the unexpected find, Timeless Relics & WhatKnots has become a vibrant thread in Denver’s antique tapestry. But its story begins far more modestly — with a single booth, a passion for the past, and a dream that refused to stay small. Timeless Relics & WhatKnots first opened its […]

By Roy Nuhn  Gulliver’s Travels has been a part of our literary and cultural history for close to 300 years. First published in 1726, the novel quickly became a favorite with children. It has remained so for countless generations, being considered almost a fairy tale during the last 150 years. Collectors have long sought books and memorabilia inspired by the […]