Okito-Nielsen Nested Tubes

A Norm Nielsen Production

Rare and Very Collectible!

The Okito-Nielsen Nested Tubes is a professional stage magic apparatus based on a design by the legendary magician Theo “Okito” Bamberg and handcrafted by Norm Nielsen (Nielsen Magic). It is often referred to in magic literature and catalogs as the “Oriental Tubes” or “The Magician’s Supper”.

Effect of the Okito-Nielsen Nested Tubes

The magician presents three separate, rectangular or cylindrical tubes of different sizes and colors.

Inspection: Each tube is shown to be completely empty, often by passing the smaller tubes through the larger ones to prove there is no hidden compartment.
Assembly: The tubes are nested together and placed on a stand or plate.
The Production: Despite being shown empty moments before, the magician proceeds to produce a massive amount of items from within the nested tubes, such as silk scarves, flowers, or even solid objects like a glass of liquid or food items (hence the “Magician’s Supper” title).

Key Features

Design: The apparatus typically features Nielsen’s signature “Okito-style” Oriental aesthetic, characterized by high-gloss red and yellow lacquer finishes and intricate gold decals.
Craftsmanship: Known for extreme precision, the tubes are often built to ensure smooth operation and durability.
Collectability: Nielsen Magic produced these in limited editions, making them highly sought-after by magic collectors and professional performers.

History and Variations

Origin: The effect was originally described by Okito in The Sphinx (March 1951) and later in the book Okito on Magic.
Related Props: The Nested Tubes are frequently used in routines like the Tea Canister Mystery, where objects transpose between the tubes before a final production.
Modern Production: While Norm Nielsen originally manufactured these, they are primarily available today through high-end magic auctions and specialty collectors like Nielsen Magic.

These Okito-Nielsen Nested Tubes are in very collectible condition, complete as issued including its original box. Grab this while you can!

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