About the Item

Submitted for your consideration is this 1897 designed & patented, Circa 1910 built, Edison Projecting Kinetoscope. This circa 1910 Improved Exhibition Model 35mm projection machine represents one of the most classic yet refined (improved) 35mm hand crank cinema projectors and was invented by Thomas Alva Edison and William Dickenson in Orange New Jersey by The Edison Mfg. Company. The projection mechanism is operating and cranks film. It has a square Powers metal feed film magazine attached correctly on top but does not have a lamp house or a lower take up arm or reel. This is the perfect display size configuration for tabletop, bookshelf or pedestal exhibition. The projector body comes in a numbered wood case, most likely red oak, and has a 'tribute' Bausch & Lomb Cinephor projecting lens mounted for display only. This example is in excellent condition with original mechanism parts and what appears to be an original hand crank. The wood is in excellent condition and shows no rot or damage. All ORIGINAL Edison metal ID face plates are in place. This is one of the iconic artifacts of the early cinema industry and makes for a gorgeous display piece for home, office , museum or studio. Some of these are in permanent museum collections around the world. This artifact has recently arrived and while only briefly wiped down with our proprietary wood elixer, is undergoing a cleaning / conservation treatment in our workshop. But, we will NOT restore it, as a way of preserving this wonderful and original antique with all its working patina. The photos speak for themselves as to the impressive historical and display presence of this very rare artifact. As with all of our pieces, a signed and sealed “Certificate of Authenticity” is included with your purchase. ~Like artifacts of an ancient civilization – these rare legends of early Motion Picture and related production equipment technology – have a secure and appreciating place in history.~ About CinemaAntiques: CinemaAntiques has dedicated workshops, warehouses and galleries in Dallas Texas USA where we prepare, display and sell our rare Motion Picture equipment antiques. Our Cinema Antiques are perfect for display in residential, industrial and museum settings. Collectors and museums worldwide are some of our clients. Our antiques also offer a unique sculpture look that is one of a kind and awe inspiring. We can gladly arrange gallery visits by appointment. We offer one of the most complete and accurately curated selections of authentic Cinema Antiques, for sale, in the world. Many of our items were used in actual Hollywood Feature Motion Pictures, and we can only imagine the Movie Stars and entertainment Giants that paraded in front of these lights and cameras. As decorative “sculpture” or authentic Hollywood Cinema and Entertainment Memorabilia, our Cinema Antiques offer both a collectible and historical piece of the Hollywood Movie Industry, while at the same time presenting as an artistic and industrial piece of sculpture for your home, business or collection. Our design staff believes that a well-curated room with unique artifact antique decor, can really add drama and creativity to a space. Exceptional décor will reflect the unique personality of both you and your room and also be that special focus and conversation starter your guests and clients will love. All items sold and offered are presented as fairly and honestly as possible and we invite buyers to visit our Gallery prior to a purchase, to view any antiques of interest. We have been active collectors and curators of vintage Motion Picture Equipment for over 50 years. During this time we have amassed a superb and rare ongoing collection of antique: movie cameras, Hollywood studio lights, film studio audio / microphones and other highly collectible artifacts of the Hollywood Film Production Industry. We have been selling collectible Cinema Antiques since 1969 and are experts in the field. We have done certified cinema movie equipment appraisals for Banks, have served as Expert Witnesses in the legal system and have given our expert guidance to various museums. We specialize in CERTIFIED Cinema Antiques and Artifacts Circa 1895 to 1969 and beyond, representing the Art Nouveau, Machine Age, Art Deco, Industrial Age and Mid Century Periods. We offer partial or full refurbishment and various levels of restoration services at our Dallas Workshop. All antique items sold are carefully preserved, cleaned and gently prepared at no extra charge according to the wishes of our buyers. We prefer to offer original ‘preserved’ Cinema Antiques showing original patina and use from years of cinema production work. We are quite pleased to offer additional photographs of any of our Cinema Antiques. Our inventory is regularly changing so please inquire after any special antiques you may be searching for. Our President and Curator, Bill Reiter, is always personally available to discuss your individual needs and queries. Bill is proud to have professional credentials and affiliations, as follows: – B.A. (Diplomate, Cinema, City University of New York), – D.P. (Director Of Photography), – S.O.C. (Member, Society of Operating Cameramen), – S.M.P.T.E. (Member, Society Of Motion Picture And Television Engineers), – S.I.A.V.T. (Diplomate, Sony Institute of Applied Video Technology, Hollywood) – CINEMATHEQUE FRANCAISE, PARIS (Cine Antique Technical Consultant) – PATHE FILM FOUNDATION, PARIS (Cinema Antique Technical Consultant) – PETERSON AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM (Cinema Antique Technical Consultant) – INSTITUTE FOR MEDIA ARTS (Board of Directors) – USA FILM SCHOOL (President) – BACA Film Festival, (Certificate of Merit & Official Entrant, Brooklyn New York) – FILMMAKING INSTRUCTOR, former, (City University of New York) – DALLAS INT’L FILM FESTIVAL (Supporter & Official Cinema Antique Supplier) – DALLAS FILM SOCIETY (Supporter & Official Cinema Antique Supplier) – Official Supplier of Cinema Equipment Antiques To Heritage Auctions, The World’s Largest Collectibles Auctioneer – Industry Recognized “Distinctive” Antique Dealer – ACADEMY MUSEUM OF MOTION PICTURES (Founding Supporter) – DECORATIVE ARTS SOCIETY [Decaso] (Founding Member) – SOCIETY FOR CINEMA AND MEDIA STUDIES (Member) – CAMERA PROP SUPPLIER (NETFLIX Series “House Of Cards”) – CINEMA ANTIQUE SUPPLIER (Oliver Stone’s Film “Born On The 4th Of July) – RALPH LAUREN CORPORATION (Cinema Antique Consultant) – HISTORICAL VEHICLE ASSOCIATION (Member) – NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY (Official Cinema Antiques Supplier) – REPRESENTED BY SAATCHI ART GALLERY (for Component Art & Sculptures) – FINANCIAL TIMES OF LONDON (Featured Article on Cinema Antiques, 9/17) – We have been proud to work with many filmmaking professionals over the years, including: Stanley Kubrick, Orson Welles, Steven Spielberg, Carl Lerner ACE, James Giritlian ACE, George Lucas, Oliver Stone, Haskel Wexler ASC, Willie Nelson, Paul Bartel, The Maysles Brothers, Robert Rodriguez, Victor Duncan ASC, Linwood Dunn ASC, Harry Walsh ASC, Roy Wagner ASC, Steven Poster ASC and many others, addressing their DEMANDING cinema equipment needs. Due to the special ‘one of a kind’ nature of rare artifact antiques, we remind our clients that all antiques are subject to prior sale. Thank You.

Dimensions:
Height: 29 in (73.66 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 18 in (45.72 cm)
Style:
Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Glass,Metal,Oak,Hand-Crafted
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1890-1899
Date of Manufacture:
1910
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Lens is not factory original but is a tribute vintage lens.
Seller Location:
Dallas, US
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU9565239634612