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THBAn Optimus Bi-Unial Magic Lantern
About Seller
10717 Detroit Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44102
United States
Gray’s is a modern, fine art and antiques auction house combining the convenience of 21st century online technology with the excitement of a traditional live auction. Gray’s Auctioneers are Northern Ohio’s leading auctioneers & valuers of fine art, jewelry, decorations, antiques & rugs. With over th...Read more
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About Auction
LiveJan 22, 2025
Featuring the John A Davidson collection of Magic Lanterns as well as many other unique scientific and collectible ephemera. The auction also includes Tiffany floor and desk lamps, paintings including two iconic Charles Wysocki canvases, a palace size Persian rug, and many other decorative lots. Gray's Auctioneers info@graysauctioneers.com
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- Lot Description
An Optimus Bi-Unial Magic Lantern, 19th century, manufactured by Perken, Son & Rayment, London.Complete with two lenses marked A and B and original lime light components. Mahogany, metal, and brass body with modified electrical source. Measurements: H:24 x L:20 x W:10 1/2 in.
Condition
From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum.
- Provenance
Lenses are missing, missing mounting plate screws, missing brass handles to upper portion of case. Dents, rust, and scratches to chimney, scratches to wood, 20th century modifications. All lots have imperfections or the effects of aging. Gray's Auctioneers shall have no responsibility for any errors or omissions.
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When you’re the winning bidder on an item from Gray’s Auctioneers, you have three options for claiming your new treasure: 1. You can schedule an appointment to pick it up at 10717 Detroit Avenue in Cleveland, Ohio. 2. You can utilize our in-house packing and shipping services. This may not be the least expensive option. However we are art and antiques handlers with decades of experience and expertise packing your pieces to ensure they reach their final destination safe and sound. 3. You can arrange for a third party service like UPS to pick up, pack, and ship your item. Two recommended UPS Stores are: store1308@theupsstore.com (440.333.4810); store1016@theupsstore.com (330-725-7033 press 9). 4. If you would like fine art craters or for blanket wrap shipping services, please contact Gray's.
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