Beautiful Scottish Victorian Mahogany Magic Lantern or Camera

About the Item

A beautiful Scottish Victorian mahogany magic lantern, made by William Hume, scientific instrument maker, Edinburgh. The dimensions are approximately 61 x 61 cm. A white plate with the markings of the maker is screwed on top of the wooden middle part. It is a beautiful decorative object in your home and the magic lantern does not work anymore. The width is 64 cm and the lens is pushed out 77 cm.

Dimensions:
Height: 24.41 in (62 cm)Width: 30.32 in (77 cm)Depth: 7.88 in (20 cm)
Style:
Victorian (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Brass,Glass,Wood
Place of Origin:
Scotland
Period:
Late 19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1870-1900
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
Seller Location:
Antwerp, BE
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU950412082601