Burned Quote by Harry Houdini
“To cause the face to appear in a mass of flame make use of the following: mix together thoroughly petroleum, lard, mutton tallow and quick lime. Distill this over a charcoal fire, and the liquid which results can be burned on the face without harm.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Houdini's Magic: The Art of Escape by Harry Houdini, 1926
A method for creating a fire‑proof facial effect using a specific mixture and distillation process.
In simple terms: Make a safe fire face effect with a special blend.
Key Takeaway
Use the described technique for theatrical fire makeup.
Themes
magic
theatre
special effects
Mood
cautious
experimental
Type
instructional
historical
When to use this quote
- stage performances
- film makeup
- historical reenactments
Key Concepts
chemistry
pyrotechnics
safety
Questions to Reflect On
- How would you ensure safety when replicating historic effects?
- What modern alternatives exist for safe fire makeup?
A Different Perspective
Risk of burns if proportions are incorrect.
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