A classic vintage photo with lengthy inscription and signature from master magician and escape artist, Harry Houdini. Vintage blue fountain pen inscription with date reads, “To my good friend Henry Crossmum Grover with best wishes, Harry Houdini, March 2, 1917.” Ink is bold and only slightly faded. Signature grades a “7.5” out of a possible 10. Photo itself has a few discolorations or blemishes, surrounding Houdini’s head, but not affecting his image of the signature and inscription. Otherwise EX.