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Magic Lantern 1858
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Magic Lantern 1858
Evenings entertainment, with children amazed by the bright glass lantern slides been projected on the wall.
1858
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1850s 1858 Amazed Entertained Evenings Lighting Lights Magic Nov17 Projected Shining Silhouettes Slides Spectators Watching
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Step into the captivating world of 1858 as depicted in this enchanting photograph from Mary Evans Picture Library. The image transports us back in time to an evening of pure delight and wonderment as children gather around a Magic Lantern, their eyes wide with amazement. The lantern, a precursor to the projector, casts bright, mesmerizing glass slides onto the wall, creating intricate and captivating silhouettes. The soft glow of the lantern lights illuminates the faces of the enthralled spectators, their silhouettes adding to the magical atmosphere. Dating back to the Victorian era of the 19th century, this photograph offers a glimpse into the past, when such simple forms of entertainment held immense appeal. The children, dressed in their finest attire, are fully immersed in the experience, their expressions a testament to the power of imagination and the allure of the unknown. The Magic Lantern, a beloved pastime during the 1850s, was a popular form of entertainment for families and communities. The lantern slides, which were often hand-painted, depicted various scenes from mythology, history, and nature, and the images were brought to life through the use of oil lamps and mirrors. This photograph, with its timeless charm and evocative imagery, serves as a reminder of the simple joys and enchantment that can be found in the most unexpected places.
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