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The Art of Discovery Part 3

Wed, Jan 22, 2025 10:00AM EST
Lot 155

Collection Of Magic Lantern Slides

Estimate: $200 - $400

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$200,000 $50,000
$1,000,000 $100,000
A Collection Of Magic Lantern Slides, Circa 1893,
Pertaining to the World's Fair, Chicago.

Three wood boxes, two of which are fitted to hold slides separately.

Dimensions of largest box: H: 4 1/2 x W: 5 1/8 x D: 14 1/2 in.

Total number of slides: 170

Average size: H: 3 1/4 x W: 4 in.


Condition

Two slides have cracks in glass, one has large scratch. Otherwise in very good condition. All lots have imperfections or the effects of aging. Gray's Auctioneers shall have no responsibility for any errors or omissions.

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From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum.