Magic Lanterns, various manufacturers
various countries
Mahogany and
brass magic lantern, late 19th century. Manufacturer
unknown. The lantern
contains a triple wick burner, with individual wick controls and a brass-capped fuel storage container. It measures
approx. 46 x 20 x 33 cm (18" x 8" x 13"). It has a 4" condenser
and a large brass bound projection lens with a rack and pinion focus (which operates smoothly).
In the hinged side door is a dark blue glass mounted, through which the flame could be
seen.
French
unmarked spherical brass magic lantern in a very special Art Nouveau
design. Height 13" (33 cm).
This magic lantern dates around 1900 and it measures
a length of 17.25 inches, width of 5.25 inches and with original chimney in place it
is just over 12 inches high.
The front section consists of a slide holder which is a sprung loaded
brass slide holding mechanism. The lens at the front is held in a brass
tube and has a focussing knob and fine engineered cover.
Germany 1888,
manufacturer unknown. The body is made of red painted tin and was also
available in blue. On both sides decorated with a brass sun ornament. Sizes:
15 x 8.5 x 33 cm.