Technical instrument (10) Victorian - Europe - 1850-1900 - magic lantern / projection

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Antique Victorian magic lantern projector from circa 1880–1910, made of glass, brass and iron, with a brass projection lens, 10 items total, dimensions 47 x 22 x 18 cm and a weight of 5.4 kg, originating from Europe and presented in good antique condition with age-related wear.

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Antique magic lantern projector dating from the late 19th to early 20th century (circa 1880–1910).

Metal lantern with brass projection lens and internal burner chamber, used for educational and home entertainment projections before cinema and modern slide projectors.

The lot includes several original hand-painted glass slides depicting narrative scenes, daily life and moral/educational stories, typical for school and public presentations of the period.

Included:
• Magic lantern projector
• Brass projection lens
• Internal light/burner compartment
• Multiple hand-painted glass slides

Condition:
Good antique condition with normal age-related wear and oxidation to the metal housing.
Glass slides preserved with minor wear consistent with age.
Untested but appears complete.

A decorative and collectible early optical projection device from the pre-cinema era.

Antique magic lantern projector dating from the late 19th to early 20th century (circa 1880–1910).

Metal lantern with brass projection lens and internal burner chamber, used for educational and home entertainment projections before cinema and modern slide projectors.

The lot includes several original hand-painted glass slides depicting narrative scenes, daily life and moral/educational stories, typical for school and public presentations of the period.

Included:
• Magic lantern projector
• Brass projection lens
• Internal light/burner compartment
• Multiple hand-painted glass slides

Condition:
Good antique condition with normal age-related wear and oxidation to the metal housing.
Glass slides preserved with minor wear consistent with age.
Untested but appears complete.

A decorative and collectible early optical projection device from the pre-cinema era.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Weight
5.4 kg
Style subtype
Victorian
No. of items
10
Style
Antique
Country of Origin
Europe
Material
Brass, Glass, Iron
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
22 cm
Width
47 cm
Depth
18 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Title additional information
magic lantern / projection
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Objects sold
100%
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