About Joseffy
Lived 1873 – 1946 (aged 73). Joseffy was an Austrian magician and illusionist, known for Magic (paranormal).
Josef P. Freud (also known as Joseffy) (3 March 1873 – 26 May 1946) was a Viennese magician.
Life Joseffy came to the United States of America at the age of 19 where he worked at a Chicago Magic Store, building props and illusions. He invented a self-contained, no-thread version of The Rising Cards that astounded magicians of his day. One of his mechanical creations was "Balsamo, the Living Skull".
Joseffy was a performer at Coney Island as the Chautauqua & Lyceum headliner, and also played violin. He eventually stopped performing and became an electrical engineer.
Literature The Marvelous Creations of Joseffy by David Abbott (1908) Joseffy by Carl Sandburg (1910)
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Joseffy?
Austrian magician
When was Joseffy born?
Joseffy was born on 3 March 1873 in Vienna.
When did Joseffy die?
Joseffy died on 26 May 1946.
What was Joseffy's occupation?
Joseffy was a magician and illusionist.
What was Joseffy known for?
Joseffy was known for Magic (paranormal).
What nationality was Joseffy?
Joseffy was Austrian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joseffy. https://biography.guide/joseffy/
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