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| Lovely lantern slide of the Library Library, Tring Museum, London.from American Museum of History http://www.facebook.com/amnhlibrary |
If you don’t know what a lantern slide is, Lantern Slide Collection has a very good overview. Basically, they are captured/projected positive (vs. a negative) images on glass plates.
In terms of look and technology, they are a cross between a high quality photocopy and photograph. Many of these are handtinted, which gives them a beautiful artistic and sometimes dreamy look.
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| from American Museum of History http://www.facebook.com/amnhlibrary |
This technology predates photography as we know it. The American Museum of Natural History has been sharing images and information about their Lantern Collection on Facebook.
Not only is this a fascinating glimpse into our history and culture, but also into an early technology. So, wander over there and take a peak. Enjoy!