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Antique Movie Projector Ampro, circa 1930 from Original Design of 1924, Pristine

Price:$1,650

$2,000List Price

About the Item

Submitted for your approval this circa 1930 Ampro Precision 400, 16mm cinema projector. A wonderful working display of a beautiful Art Deco design. All original finish with accessories. This is a rare version with both chrome knob finishes and a variable speed controller that is built in. Wonderful to see the 'High Tech' of the 1930. Superb display for home, office, library, screening room or for the collector. "Like artifacts of an ancient civilization - these rare legends of early Motion Picture and related production equipment technology - have a secure and appreciating place in history." About CinemaAntiques: We have dedicated workshops, warehouses and showrooms in Dallas, Texas, USA where we prepare, display and sell our rare Motion Picture equipment antiques. Our Cinema Antiques are perfect for display in residential, Industrial and museum settings. Collectors and museums worldwide are some of our clients. We offer one of the most complete and accurately curated selections of authentic Cinema Antiques, for sale, in the world. All items sold and offered are presented as fairly and honestly as possible and we invite buyers to visit our showrooms prior to purchase to view any antiques of interest. We offer a signed and sealed "Certificate of Authenticity" with all antique items sold. We have been selling collectible Cinema Antiques since 1969 and are experts in the field. We have done certified cinema equipment appraisals for Banks, have served as Expert Witnesses in the legal system and have given our expert guidance to various museums. All of our antiques are guaranteed to be as described and photographed. Our prices do not include shipping, packing and insurance, but we ship worldwide at the buyers expense and offer Lloyds Of London insurance on all items shipped. Our prices do not include taxes or accessory items that may show in some photographs. We offer partial or full refurbishment and various levels of restoration services at our Dallas Workshop. All antique items sold are carefully cleaned and gently prepared at no extra charge according to the wishes of our buyers. We prefer to offer original Cinema Antiques showing original patina and use from years of cinema production work. However, minor to full restoration is available at additional cost. We are quite pleased to offer additional photographs of any of our Cinema Antiques and these can be requested via our website, email or by phone. Our inventory is regularly changing so please inquire after any special antiques you may be searching for. Our President and Curator is always personally available to discuss your individual needs and queries.  Due to the special nature of rare and artifact antiques, we can make no claim for the suitability of any Cinema Antique or item, for your intended purposes and use and we remind our clients that all antiques are subject to prior sale. Please search for and contact us at: CinemaAntiques with any questions you may have. We can also be found at: HollywoodStudioAntiques.

Creator:
Ampro 1 (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
Style:
Art Deco (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Glass,Steel
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1930
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Dallas, TX
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU137625091543

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