J Lizars Magic Lantern "Challenge" Projector. Edinburgh, Scotland 1895-1905. Box

Description

John Lizars
Magic Lantern
CHALLENGE
Projector
. Made in Edinburgh, Scotland from 1895-1905. Use kerosene as the light source. Photographic Quality early brass lens. All original parts. Original wooden Box.
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The J. Lizars company was founded in 1830 by the optician John Lizars (1810-1879) in Glasgow, Scotland. Early-type image projector consisting of a large polished mahogany box with brass fittings and blued iron chimney. Doors on the side of the projector allow for access to filters and doors at the rear allow for attending to the light source. The projector is attached to a low wooden pedestal and is accompanied by a selection of lenses.
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This
Magic Lantern "Challenge" Projector is in
Ex+/Ex++
or
9
of
10
cosmetic condition. NO broken wood pieces. Inside metal has some
VISIBLE rust
. Seems like in working order, but I didn't tested. Quality un-marked
7
1/2
"
f/
4.7
focusing
brass lens
. Number 35 engraved on the barrel.
(4) four elements:
(2) two glued front and (2) two
air spaced on the back. Could be use as Camera Lens. Clean glass, with no separations or scratches. Nice original finish to the wood. Seems like all original parts. Weight is 14.5lb without wooden box.
Wooden box is in USER condition and NOT perfect. Wood has some cracks. Has original paper label on it.
Shipping in US ONLY ! Sells
AS-IS
with
no reserve
at price of
$
995
. Projector is being sold
AS-IS NO Return
or Exchange
due to the age and delicate nature of this rare collectible item. I have more rare Vintage Cameras and Lenses, classic Leica and Zeiss cameras and lenses, Vintage and Rare German collectible cameras in my eBay Store, and on my webpage.