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Lot 279
Two Magic Lanterns and 50 Glass Slides. / J. F. (Johann Falk) Magic Lantern. German Made and E.P. (Ernest Plank) Magic Lantern. 19th Century.
Estimate: $150 - $250
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $30 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Two Magic Lanterns and 50 Glass Slides. / J. F. (Johann Falk) Magic Lantern. German Made and E.P. (Ernest Plank) Magic Lantern. 19th Century. Both lanterns have condition issues and unclear if all pieces are present for both. Slides are in two separate boxes.
The J.F. cardboard box is fragile, brittle, has loss and much wear with separation. There is a broken glass bulb. The E.P. has a wooden box and is more intact. General wear and some gaps in box. Appears to be more complete. Largest 12 x 10 x 6”.
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