The Excelsior Lantern
Projector
James W. Queen & Co.
American, 1853–1898
The Excelsior Lantern
Lantern
1898
Wood and metal
Overall: 18 × 7 7/8 × 20 3/4 in., 15.8 lb. (45.7 × 20 × 52.7 cm, 7.1 kg)
1978.1372.0004
DescriptionWood and metal, vaulted, magic lantern slide projector with achromatic projection lens, 5 inch condensor lens, slide holder, slide carrier, ventilated lamp house, chimney, two wick oil lamp, and adjustable guide rails.
Inscriptions Inscribed in white on base of projector: 78:1372:4 / Printed in black on white label on lens on front of projector: 158
