Antique Magic Lantern Slide of German Artillery Building Horse-Drawn Carriages

$ 19.75

Vintage: Yes Unit of Sale: Single Piece Size: 3 1/4 x 4 in Year of Production: 1880 Number of Slides: 1 Antique: Yes Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899 Type: Magic Lantern Slide Image Color: Black & White Image Orientation: Landscape Subject: Horse-Drawn Carriages, c. 1880 Material: Glass Theme: Magic Lantern Slide of German Artillery

Description

In-depth Description: This antique Magic Lantern slide, likely from the late 19th century, captures a view of the German Artillery building with horse-drawn carriages in front of it. The slide provides a historical glimpse into the urban landscape of Germany during a time when horse-drawn carriages were the primary mode of transportation. The detailed architecture of the building, coupled with the street scene, showcases the grandeur and significance of military infrastructure in the era. Magic Lantern slides like this were used for educational purposes, often in lecture halls or private homes to bring distant lands and historical events to life. The rarity of such slides lies in their ability to preserve and project images of a world long past, offering a visual connection to history that is both educational and evocative. This slide is particularly rare due to its depiction of a specific location with a clear and well-preserved image.