David Devant
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David Devant (22 February 1868 – 13 October 1941) was an English magician, shadowgraphist and film exhibitor. He was born David Wighton in Holloway, London.[1] He is regarded by magicians as a consummate exponent of suave and witty presentation of stage illusion.[2] According to magic historian Jim Steinmeyer, Devant was “England’s greatest magician—arguably the greatest magician of the 20th Century”.[3]
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David Devant | |
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Born | 22 February 1868 |
Died | 13 October 1941 (1941-10-14) (aged 73) |
Occupation | Magician |
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