Milson Worth Double Load Pagoda Cabinet

Scarce, Hard to Find

The Milson Worth Double Load Pagoda Cabinet is a vintage, hand-crafted magic prop used for production or vanishing effects, highly valued by collectors for its quality and craftsmanship.

Product Details & Use

Purpose: The cabinet is a magic apparatus, typically used to produce or vanish items, such as a rabbit or doves. The “double load” refers to a mechanism allowing the magician to secretly load items into the cabinet. The performer would show the cabinet empty, then produce items from within.
Design: The cabinet features a distinctive pagoda style, often decorated with oriental-themed transfers and lacquer, reminiscent of the Okito style of magic props. Milson Worth was known for exceptional finishes and high-quality woodworking, often featuring polished brass hardware.
Manufacturer: Milson-Worth (also referred to as Milson Worth, Worth Magic, or G&L MagicWorks) was a well-regarded American company based in Sun Valley, California, that manufactured high-end, collectible wooden magic props, particularly active in the 1970s through the 1990s.
Collectibility: These items are highly sought after by collectors of vintage and antique magic apparatus due to their intricate design, quality construction, and the company’s reputation within the magic community.

Value & Availability

Pricing: The price for a Milson Worth Double Load Pagoda Cabinet can vary significantly depending on its condition and the specific auction or private sale. Similar Milson Worth cabinets have appeared at magic auctions and online collectibles sites, with prices for various Milson Worth pieces often in the hundreds or thousands of dollars, reflecting their collectible status.
Availability: As a vintage and highly collectible item from a specific manufacturer, it is not available through standard retail channels. Availability is generally limited to specialist magic collectibles websites, magic auctions, or private sales.

Recent SALE Examples:

Potter & Potter and MagicCollectibles.com

Condition

The 360 degree view in the pictures outlines just how fine and in collectible condition this very beautifully decorated prop is; certainly one the finest from Milson Worth.