Paul Burleson Dove Vanish

Very Scarce Hard to Locate Magic Trick Collectible

Paul Burleson Dove Vanish is a beautifully decorated take-apart dove vanish with a preview window in the front to see the dove up to the last minute. Very similar operating mechanics as the Milson Worth Sensational Rabbit Vanish.

Background

Paul Burleson (1938–2012) was a renowned magic builder and master craftsman specialized in creating high-quality, professional-grade magic props, particularly for dove acts. He was highly respected in the magic community for his precision and the mechanical reliability of his apparatus.

While Paul Burleson is widely known for props like the Sword Cabinet and various production boxes, the “Dove Vanish” (often referred to as a Vanishing Dove Cage or Dove Deceptive Vanish) is one of the classic effects he manufactured. These props were designed to allow a magician to make one or more live doves disappear instantly and visibly, often while the cage or container was held in mid-air or placed on a thin table.

Key Aspects of Paul Burleson and his Work:

Craftsmanship: His props are often sought after by collectors and professional performers today because of their “bulletproof” reliability and elegant finish.
Stage Magic Focus: He specialized in larger stage effects and bird magic, which required complex internal mechanics to ensure the safety and comfort of the animals while maintaining the illusion.
Hocus Pocus Consignments: Once he stopped manufacturing, his original pieces frequently appear as high-value items on magic consignment sites like Hocus Pocus.

Condition

In very collectible condition. Highly recommend using the included pictures as a reference and visual evaluation of the overall condition. Cabinet lid measures 14″x 8′ 5/8, stands 7′ 1/2 tall.

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