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Late 19th/Early 20th Century Portable Projector (Magic Lantern/Slide Projector) in Leather Travelling Case with Initials 'F.A.C.'

Lot 15: Late 19th/Early 20th Century Portable Projector (Magic Lantern/Slide Projector) in Leather Travelling Case with Initials 'F.A.C.'

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Estimated price: £10 - £20

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An antique or vintage portable projection device, likely an early slide projector or magic lantern, housed within its original dark-colored leather or leatherette carrying case. The rectangular case features metal hardware, a textured exterior, and bears the gold-colored initials “F. A. C.” embossed or stenciled on its lid. Internally, the case is lined with a vibrant dark teal moiré-patterned fabric and contains the projector. The projector is constructed of painted metal, wood, and brass components, including a bellows lens assembly and an associated electrical cord. A small tag tied to the case has partially legible text, including “Fritz…” and “Go-Cat”.