Branson, L. H. (Lionel Hugh), b. 1879 · London : G. Rutledge & Sons ; New York : E. P. Dutton & Co. · leaf 37
THE CUP AND BALLS between the outstretched lingers — (first and second) — and the ball is securely held by the muscle at the ball of the thumb. By bending the first and second fingers that hold the cup, its lip is brought in close proximity to the secreted ball. By a sharp … or jerky movement forward to place the cup on the ground, and at the same time releasing the muscle of the ball of the thumb, the woollen ball naturally finds its place under the cup and the deception is complete. The performer then picks up one of the three exposed balls and pretends to place it…
Magic tricks -- India
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