The Magic Mirror An Antique Optical Toy, 1979 Paperback Book w/Magic Flex Mirror

- Great novelty / activity book - Perfect gift for someone who loves magic tricks or optical illusions - Measures 9.25" long x 6" wide x 1/8" thick - Good used condition, no rips holes or tears, some creasing to the covers, a little discoloration to the cover pages, and slight area of discoloration to the bottom corner of last page, as pictured. Additional Details (taken from the book): - ISBN: 0486238474 - Publisher: Dover Publications - Copyright: 1979 The distorted (or anamorphic) picture was a very popular children's parlor toy during the nineteenth century. These were hidden pictures which only came to life when viewed through a reflecting device (a magic mirror) that transformed the distorted designs into delightful full-color pictures. This book presents 24 hidden pictures which have been reproduced from an antique set in the Gold Collection of Toys at the Museum of the City of New York. In the back of this book you will find a sheet of reflecting silver paper to use as the 'magic mirror' to unlock the hidden images in the colored pictures. Please see all pictures, use zoom, etc., in case we missed anything in the description - and message before buying if you have any questions. Sold as is, as pictured, thanks!