From the Library to the Laboratory
Tue, Mar 24, 2026 04:00PM EDT - Wed, Apr 8, 2026 10:00AM EDT
Timed Auction
Lot 80
Set of lantern and photography books.
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 |
Set of 3 lantern and photography books, 19th and 20th century.
Books include: LAUDY, L.H., The Magic Lantern (1886, first edition); HULFISH, David, Optical Lantern (1911); ILES, George, Flame, Electricity and the Camera (1900).
Each volume is cloth bound, with illustrations, and approximately 60 pp., with publishers advertisements.
Largest volume is H: 10 7/8 x W: 7 x D: 1/2 in.
Fair to poor. Toning throughout. Hinges of HULFISH extremely weak, with separation of front board. Front board attached at cloth panel. Bumps, scuffs, and rubbing to covers, spine, and corners, with slight losses.
Books include: LAUDY, L.H., The Magic Lantern (1886, first edition); HULFISH, David, Optical Lantern (1911); ILES, George, Flame, Electricity and the Camera (1900).
Each volume is cloth bound, with illustrations, and approximately 60 pp., with publishers advertisements.
Largest volume is H: 10 7/8 x W: 7 x D: 1/2 in.
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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