Posted 3 years ago
Cinegraphica
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Newest arrival in my collection.
Rare German magic lantern from Jean Schoenner. Model: Kinematoscope.
Came with original box. Can be used for slides and film. Maltese cross mechanism.
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Magic LanternMagic lanterns, also known as optical lanterns, provided one of the most po…
Man I love this site!........Magic lantern?? What!!!!????
Too much cool stuff.
So much to see.
So much to learn.
Thanks for sharing.
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What a unique fantastic piece! Love it!
Cette lanterne est vraiment MAGIQUE.
Bravo, pour la trouvaille.
ROGER
Excellent Piece!
Hi Cindagraphia: In the 1900 Sears catalog is a few pages listed of "magic lantern" great source for info.The original catalog is difficult to find,have seen some dvd's and also some reproductions that look good.
I have a very old kerosene slide projector with several slides. I beliece it might be called a "Magic Lantern". This belonged to my great grandmother. I am 75 so it would be well over 100 years old. Could you tell me how to find out what it is worth? I do not have the capability of posting a photo on the web but I will gladly send a photo via US Mail.
Would appreciate any advice. Thank you.
Jack