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J.GIRARD & Compagnie - La Radieuse (c.1900) |
This
outstanding magic lantern "La Radieuse" was made by J.Girard & Company
in Paris, circa 1900.
This projector is a big one, probably used for external exhibitions. The source of light is provided by four lamps using mineral oil. A long
chimney (more than 50 centimeters) is providing fresh air to this aparatus.
The lens has a special slot for a pierced ring. This was used to adjust the aperture according to the luminosity wanted. The image focus can be adjusted by rotating a knob which is moving a rack-and-pinion gear linked to the lens.
Usually projected images were figurines painted on glass
plates.
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