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Collection Record Detail
Object Name
Magic Lantern Slide
Object Number
2013-42-10 C
Description
Magic Lantern slide in wood frame. Two glass plates, one on top of the other in frame. When plates are pulled across each other a man is seen lifting and placing his hands on phrenology models of the human head. The man is painted to wear a yellow vest, blue coat, cravat, glasses, and wig. "Phrenological Lecture" written in black ink on top of frame.
Comment
This magic lantern slide belonged to the Fisher family who lived in the Sheldon Tavern in Litchfield, CT.
Category
Dimensions
Height 4"; Width 7"
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