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Collection Record Detail
Object Name
Magic Lantern Slide
Object Number
2013-42-10 B
Description
Magic lantern slide in wood frame. Two glass plates, one on top of each other in frame. When plates are pulled across each other a man is seen pulling himself up and down while hanging from a tree by his pants. The man is painted wearing yellow pants, blue socks, a blue coat, white shirt, and pink tie. "CARPENTER/ & WESTLEY/ DIRECENT ST/ LONDON" carved on frame. "STUCK FAST" written in black ink on top of frame.
Comment
This magic lantern slide was owned by the Fisher family who lived in the Sheldon Tavern in Litchfield, CT.
Category
Maker
Dimensions
Height 3 7/8"; Width 7"
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