Lantern Slide, Santa Claus, 1880-1897
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Artifact Overview
Magic lanterns use a concave mirror and light source to project images on glass slides with painted or photographic scenes. Developed in the 17th century, magic lanterns predate slide projectors and motion pictures. In the hands of magicians, they became "lanterns of fright," projecting wondrous images and apparitions. Slide themes ranged widely: exotic travel, folklore, advertising, history, science, and art.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Lantern slide
Date Made
1880-1897
Creators
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2015.0.26.7
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Glass (Material)
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Transfer printing
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 3.250 in
Width: 3.250 in
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