"19th Century Magic Lantern With Glass Projection Discs"
This magnificent 19th-century magic lantern is an authentic optical projection instrument used to entertain and educate. Its wooden and brass casing contains a mechanism for illuminating and projecting images painted on glass. Supplied with several illustrated glass discs, it allows you to view different scenes and stories by scrolling through the images. A testament to the rise of image projection before cinema, this historic piece is a true gem of scientific and artistic heritage.