Treasures of pre-cinema history
The magic lantern
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Unusual black lacquered magic lantern
An unusual magic lantern with a body that can be lifted off to the side.
Date:
c. 1880
Place of Origin:
England / Germany?
Dimensions:
Length: 230 mm, Width: 100 mm, Height: 240 mm
Simple magic lantern with wooden body.
The magic lantern was probably made in one of the many Berlin "Nebelbilderapparate-Fabriken".
Date:
c. 1885
Place of Origin:
Berlin?
Dimensions:
Length: 250 mm, Width: 150 mm, Height: 400 mm
"The Empire" Magic Lantern Outfit
Most likely a magic lantern made in Germany for the British export market.
Date:
c. 1900
Place of Origin:
Germany?
Materials/Techniques:
Russian iron / Glass
Dimensions:
Length: 230 mm, Width: 90 mm, Height: 180 mm