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Magic lantern, 1671 (1956)
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Magic lantern, 1671 (1956)
Magic lantern, 1671 (1956). The projection of an image of a man burning in Hell. The image was produced by light from a lamp which travelled down the lens and through one of the movable slides to project the image onto the wall. From Ars Magna Lucis et Umbrae by the German Jesuit scholar Athanasius Kircher. A print from Things, a volume about the origin and early history of many things, common and less common, essential and inessential, by Readers Union, the Grosvenor Press, London, 1956
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This print showcases a remarkable innovation from the 17th century - the magic lantern. In this particular image, we witness an illusionary projection of a man burning in Hell, created using light emitted from a lamp. The light travels down the lens and passes through one of the movable slides to project this haunting depiction onto the wall. The magic lantern was an early form of entertainment that captivated audiences with its ability to transport them into different realms through projected images. Developed by German Jesuit scholar Athanasius Kircher, it revolutionized visual storytelling during its time. This photograph captures both the concept and technology behind this groundbreaking invention. It highlights how people in the 17th century were enthralled by such tricks and illusions, as they gathered around to witness these mesmerizing slide shows. As we delve into history through this monochrome print, we are reminded of Kircher's significant contributions to science and his exploration of light and shadow in his renowned work "Ars Magna Lucis et Umbrae". This volume delves into various origins and histories, shedding light on both essential and less common things. Overall, this print serves as a testament to human ingenuity throughout centuries past while also offering us a glimpse into our ancestors' fascination with visual entertainment.
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