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Wrench Maltese Cross Cinematogragh
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Wrench Maltese Cross Cinematogragh
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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
Cinematograph Magic Maltese Movie Projector Wrench
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This photograph, titled "Wrench Maltese Cross Cinematograph," is an intriguing glimpse into the early days of cinematography during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The image showcases a unique and intricately designed movie projector, which bears a distinctive Maltese cross insignia on its front. The projector, a precursor to the more commonly known cinematographs and film projectors of later years, is believed to be a Wrench model, named after its inventor, William Thomas Wrench. The Wrench Maltese Cross Cinematograph was a slide projector that utilized glass lantern slides coated with photographic emulsions. These slides, often hand-painted or tinted with color, were projected onto a screen, creating a magical moving image experience for audiences. The Maltese cross design on the projector was a symbol of the Lanternist and Mechanician Society, an organization of entertainers who used lantern slides and other optical devices for educational and entertainment purposes. The photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of early cinematography and the role that lantern slides played in the development of moving pictures. The intricately designed projector, with its ornate Maltese cross emblem, is a testament to the artistry and ingenuity of the Victorian and Edwardian era. This image, from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique window into the past and the evolution of visual storytelling.
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