Magic Lantern Slide Collection

The Golden Lion and George and Dragon Inn, Market Place, St Ives, Cornwall. Around 1873
Main view of the George and Dragon Inn. The proprietor was Alice Rowe who is mentioned in Kellys Directory for 1873. The house was demolished in 1887

The Sloop Inn, St Ives, Cornwall. Around 1930s
General view of the Sloop Inn with a cart with milk churn outside. A gentleman is standing outside. The landlord was Samuel Rogers

The Sloop Inn, St Ives, Cornwall. Before 1922
General view of the Sloop Inn, St Ives before the building of Wharf Road in 1922. The landlord was Samuel Rogers. There is a lady with 3 small children standing in front of the building

Magic lantern slide circa 1900, Victorian social history. The Catacomb(s) of Callixtus (also known as the Cemetery of Callixtus) is one of the Catacombs of Rome on the Appian Way

Lifeboat Coxswain with cork lifebelt from magic lantern slide circa 1900. Hand-coloured portrait of National Lifeboat Institution boat and coxswain

Lifeboat saving a man in rough seas from magic lantern slide, circa 1900. A coxswain leaning over the lifeboat to help a drowning man, re-enactment in studio

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Enchanting Magic Lantern Slides" Step back in time to 1873 and immerse yourself in the vibrant scenes of St Ives, Cornwall. The Golden Lion and George and Dragon Inn stand proudly in Market Place, capturing the essence of a bygone era. Fast forward to the 1930s, where The Sloop Inn takes center stage, exuding its timeless charm amidst the picturesque streets of St Ives. Delve even further into history before 1922 as another image showcases The Sloop Inn's captivating allure. Venturing beyond Cornwall, we encounter a mesmerizing magic lantern slide from around 1900 that transports us to Rome's Catacomb (s) of Callixtus on the legendary Appian Way. This remarkable site holds within it the Crypt of Popes, resting places for esteemed pontiffs dating back centuries. Shifting gears to maritime adventures, we witness a hand-colored portrait from circa 1900 featuring a lifeboat coxswain donning a cork lifebelt—a testament to bravery and dedication exemplified by National Lifeboat Institution heroes. Another slide captures an intense re-enactment as this valiant coxswain leans over his lifeboat during stormy seas to rescue a drowning man—an awe-inspiring display of courage. Samuel J. Beckett's lens transports us further still—to Norway between 1892 and 1903—where we witness an exhilarating sight: horses pulling a stagecoach down treacherous mountain roads during an unforgettable tour. Returning closer to home, Sunderland beckons with two striking slides showcasing steam paddle tugs gracefully navigating River Wear while majestic clipper ships grace their backdrop—one captured in black and white splendor; another brought vividly alive through delicate hand coloring techniques. Our journey concludes with snapshots from Victorian/Edwardian England—a delightful scene unfolds as two boys sit beside a lamp carving a model boat, guided by the watchful eye of a skilled boat builder.