Description: (French Watchmaker and Magician)
Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin was a French watchmaker who became a renowned magician and illusionist, known for revolutionizing the world of magic. Credited with elevating magic from a simple pastime to a refined form of entertainment, he introduced innovative performances and theatrical presentations that set the stage for modern magic shows. His legacy lives on in the tradition of magicians performing in formal attire, a nod to the elegance and sophistication he brought to the world of magic.