Vintage P&L Foo Can Set

Vintage P&L Foo Can – Classic Liquid Magic (Single Can)

The Foo Can is one of magic’s oldest and most astonishing liquid effects, introduced by the legendary Chinese magician Ching Ling Foo in 1898. Originally known as the “Ching Ling Foo Can,” it later became widely known simply as the Foo Can or “Chinese Water Can.”

This listing includes one vintage P&L Foo Can. It shows normal cosmetic wear consistent with age, but remains structurally solid and functions exactly as it should. You may repaint or restore it if you prefer a fresh look, or enjoy it as-is with its authentic vintage character.

Effect

With the P&L Foo Can, you can perform one of the most visual and baffling liquid mysteries in magic:

• Magician visibly pours half a glass of water into the Foo Can
• The audience can see and hear the liquid going inside
• The can is turned upside down—no water comes out
• A wand or pencil is pushed directly through the can, proving it’s empty
• With a magical gesture, the can refills itself
• The water is poured out again in full view

This effect is simple, direct, and visually stunning—a timeless classic that has amazed audiences for more than a century. A fantastic piece for performers and collectors alike.