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People watching magic lantern show in Rome, Italy
People watching a magic lantern show in Rome, Italy. Date: early 19th century
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Media ID 23214838
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1820s 1830s Curiosity Magic Peasant Peasants Watching
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring People Watching a Magic Lantern Show in Rome, Italy. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the early 19th century as onlookers gather in rapt attention at a magic lantern show in the Eternal City. Add an air of nostalgia and wonder to your home or office with this beautifully preserved piece of history. Rights Managed.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this image from the early 19th century, a crowd of people, both men and women, young and old, gather in the heart of Rome, Italy, to witness an enchanting magic lantern show. The scene transports us back in time, as the city's ancient ruins serve as a picturesque backdrop to this unique form of entertainment. The magic lantern, an early precursor to the projector and slide show, casts mesmerizing images onto a white screen, creating an illusion that leaves the audience spellbound. The peasants, dressed in traditional Italian costumes, are seen leaning in with rapt attention, their faces illuminated by the flickering light. Children, wide-eyed with curiosity, cling to their parents, their small hands reaching out towards the magical spectacle unfolding before them. The magic lantern show, a popular form of entertainment during the 1820s and 1830s, offered a brief escape from the daily grind of life. The simple pleasure of gathering together to witness the wonders of the lantern's light brought people from all walks of life together, creating a sense of community and shared experience. This evocative image, captured in the historic streets of Rome, offers a glimpse into the past, allowing us to imagine the wonder and excitement that must have filled the air as the magic lantern's images danced and flickered on the screen. The enduring allure of this enchanting form of entertainment continues to captivate us, reminding us of the power of storytelling and the simple joy of sharing a moment of wonder with others.
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