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Abide with me, magic lantern projection slide, verse 5
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Abide with me, magic lantern projection slide, verse 5
Abide with me, magic lantern projection slide, verse 5, Victorian period. There are 4 other verses
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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
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Abide with me, Magic Lantern Projection Slide: A Victorian Era Hymn Illuminated (Verse 5) Step back in time to the Victorian era and experience the enchantment of a bygone age with this beautiful, vintage magic lantern projection slide depicting the hymn "Abide with me." This image, part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the early days of visual storytelling and entertainment. The slide, featuring verse 5 of the beloved hymn, reads: "'Tis grace that taught my heart to fear. And grace my fears relieved." The verse speaks to the transformative power of grace and the reassurance it brings in times of fear and uncertainty. The hauntingly beautiful imagery of this slide, with its intricate patterns and delicate details, perfectly encapsulates the spiritual depth and emotional resonance of the hymn. Magic lanterns, precursors to modern projectors, were a popular form of entertainment during the Victorian era. These devices projected hand-painted glass slides onto a screen, creating mesmerizing, otherworldly images that captivated audiences. The artistry and craftsmanship of each slide were a testament to the skill and creativity of the lanternists, who used their slides to tell stories, educate, and inspire. This "Abide with me" magic lantern projection slide, with its intricate design and evocative verse, offers a window into the past, transporting us to a time when the power of the image was harnessed to uplift the spirit and stir the soul. A true treasure for collectors of vintage ephemera, this slide is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of visual storytelling or the Victorian era.
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