Lot 480

German Green Enamel & Brass Magic Lantern w/Slides

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German Green Enamel & Brass Magic Lantern w/Slides

Current Bid: $5

(1 Bid)

by Atlee Raber Auctioneer
June 22, 2026 6:00 PM EDT
Live Auction
17020 Dover Road
Dundee, OH, US 44624

This antique magic lantern projector dates from the late 19th to early 20th century and is designed in a style consistent with German manufacturers of the era. The instrument features a cylindrical tin body finished in a bright green enamel, crowned with a multi-tiered brass chimney for heat ventilation. The housing is supported by a bell-shaped brass pedestal, which is mounted to a rectangular wood-grained base. The optical system includes a separate brass projection lens housing mounted on an ornate, black-finished cast iron scrollwork support. The set is accompanied by a collection of glass slides featuring hand-painted or lithographed subjects such as portraits, animals, landscapes, and whimsical figures. These glass plates are held in orange-toned cardboard frames. No manufacturer marks, model numbers, or patent information are visible on the exterior components or the slide mounts.

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Bid Increments
From: To: Increments:
$0 $49 $5
$50 $99 $10
$100 $499 $25
$500 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $250
$5,000 + $500