Jean-Eugene Robert-Houdin (1805-1871) was a French watchmaker, magician and illusionist, widely recognized as the father of the modern style of conjuring. American magician and escape artist Harry Houdini (born Ehrich Weiss) adopted the stage name Houdini in honor of him. Colorized.

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