Gustav Doré - 48 cristales de linterna magica ilustraciones biblicas gustav Dore. Maison de la Bonne Presse, París

Magnificent set of 48 crystal plates or slides for a magic lantern, square format (approx. 8.5 x 8.5 cm with dark paper frame / passe-partout of the period). The plates reproduce the famous Bible engravings and illustrations by the emblematic French artist Gustave Doré. Details of the lot: Publisher/Maison: Maison de la Bonne Presse (5, Rue Bayard, Paris). Theme: Passages and scenes from the Old and New Testament illustrated by Gustave Doré (Moses on Mount Sinai, Jonah and the Whale, the Fall of Jericho, Tobias and the Angel, the Judgment of Solomon, etc.). Quantity: Lot of 48 units. Era: Late 19th century - Early 20th century (c. 1895–1910). Technique: Photography on glass / monochrome emulsion on crystal mounted with edges pasted in protective black paper. Marks and inscriptions: The vast majority retain the original strip/label on the left side with the printed “Maison de la Bonne Presse,” the prohibition of reproduction seal, the name “Doré,” the serial number, and the handwritten title of the passage depicted in French. They also feature the yellow circular alignment marks for projection. Condition: Overall: Good condition considering its age. Glass: Images crisp with good contrast and tonal density. The glass is mostly intact and without major cracks. Mount: Original paper binding with slight patina and wear typical of age and projection use. A highly decorative set and ideal for collectors of pre-cinema, the history of photography, optical projections, and Gustave Doré’s art. The photos are part of the description.