A gibeciere is a large pouch-like device used by
magic
Magic or Magick most commonly refers to:
* Magic (supernatural), beliefs and actions employed to influence supernatural beings and forces
* Ceremonial magic, encompasses a wide variety of rituals of magic
* Magical thinking, the belief that unrela ...
ians as a utility device, most often to aid in the performance of the famous
magic trick
Magic, which encompasses the subgenres of illusion, stage magic, and close up magic, among others, is a performing art in which audiences are entertained by tricks, effects, or illusions of seemingly impossible feats, using natural means. It ...
known as "
The Cups and Balls". In modern times, it is often used by
street magician
Street magic falls into two genres; traditional street performance and guerrilla magic.
Traditional street performance
The first definition of street magic refers to a traditional form of magic performance – that of busking. In this, the m ...
s due to its ability to hold large items (frequently referred to as "loads" within performing circles) such as fruits, various balls and sometimes stuffed or even real animals.
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It is commonly held around the performer's waist by a belt, in plain sight, and the pouch commonly rests along the front of the body, just below the waistline.
References
Sleight of hand
Magic (illusion)
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