TWO EARLY PROJECTORS AND A PHOTOGRAPHY DARKROOM LANTERN, FRENCH, GERMAN, AND AMERICAN, 1860s-1880s, comprising a Sciopticon Magic Lantern, circa 1869, by L.J. Marcy (American), French lens engraved "Darlot Paris B.F. & Co.," constructed with mahogany, steel and brass, interior fitted with two red and violet "special effect" color filters, fitted for electricity, height: 19 1/2" width: 5 3/8" depth: 21"; a German style parcel gilt blue painted steel with unmarked lens, mid 19th century, possibly Bavarian, with charming chimney, raised on gilt paw feet, height: 15" width: 4 1/2" depth: 10"; and a Carbutt's Multum in Parvo DRY PLATE LANTERN, pat. April 25th 1882, with ruby and milk glass, interior gilt and later fitted with wood and electricity, raised on gilt bronze feet, height: 19" width: 9" depth: 14".

Scratches, losses, unknown working condition, modifications, losses, damage to color "special effect" fittings, broken or repaired feet/bases, frayed wires, gilt loss. Wear expected. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."