Name/Title
Brevete Magic Lantern Projector of the Fenn family, c. 1890sEntry/Object ID
2012.70.1Description
Acc. No. 12.70.1
Subject Category: Household
Date or Period: circa 1890's
Object: Magic Lantern projector
Description: Kerosene burning lamp housed in a metal frame that has a pierced design and is supported by a metal base which includes a nickel-plated adjustable frame with lenses. The rear portion of the lamp housing has a hinged door with a brass label stating, BREVETE S.G.D.G. PATENT; it was manufactured in France.
Size: L-16” x H-9 3/4”
History of Object: A magic lantern projector using glass slides that belonged to the Fenn family of 2038 Alameda Avenue.
Acquired from: Elizabeth Anne Cate
Date: 11/24/2012
