From the Library to the Laboratory
Tue, Mar 24, 2026 04:00PM EDT - Wed, Apr 8, 2026 10:00AM EDT
Timed Auction
Lot 83
Montgomery Ward Hollywood Projector
Estimate: $150 - $250
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
Montgomery Ward 16 mm Film Hollywood Projector, books on film, and film reel, 20th Century,
Black painted metal electric film projector, complete with two reels, a film canister. Includes an Edison base light bulb.
With 2 books on film: TALBOT, Frederick (1880-1924). Moving Pictures, How they Are Made and Worked (1912, first edition) and EGELER, C.E. and FARNHAM, R.E., Picture Projection with MAZDA Lamps (1929).
With film reel: EXCEL, News of the World (1943) in original box. 16 mm film.
Original finish. Power cord in fair condition, though electrical components untested. Crank and springs oxidized and stiff. Film reel in fair condition.
Black painted metal electric film projector, complete with two reels, a film canister. Includes an Edison base light bulb.
With 2 books on film: TALBOT, Frederick (1880-1924). Moving Pictures, How they Are Made and Worked (1912, first edition) and EGELER, C.E. and FARNHAM, R.E., Picture Projection with MAZDA Lamps (1929).
With film reel: EXCEL, News of the World (1943) in original box. 16 mm film.
Condition
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From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum, CWRU.
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