Item #17855 Magic Lantern slide of Chinese interest. China.

Magic Lantern slide of Chinese interest.

ca. 1880. A charming color panorama children's magic lantern glass slide showing a series of four scenes of Chinese people in traditional garb in natural settings. From a series of slides for children illustrating different peoples of the world. From left to right, the first illustration is of a standing child holding a banner, next to a seated gentleman holding a fan; two Chinese men holding Chinese umbrellas, and rickshaw driver; Chinese gentleman with pipe and kneeling figure; and an elegant Chinese woman and rickshaw driver. A pagoda and Chinese buildings can be seen in the background, with blue sky above. Edges of slide bound with pale blue paper. 11 3/4 x 4" Very good condition. Item #17855

Price: $250.00

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