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Lot #51: Antique Ernst Plank "Magic Lantern" Toy Projector — Germany, c. 1890–1905

Current bid

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Time Remaining:

9d left

Location:

Westchester Blvd, Caledon, ON, L7E 5Z6

Pickup:

Sat, May 23 2026 Category A: 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM

A charming Victorian-era toy magic lantern by the celebrated German manufacturer Ernst Plank of Nuremberg. Constructed of japanned sheet tin in a deep blue-black finish with brass trim, brass claw feet (one foot missing, sits level), hinged side door, original lens, and tall angled tin chimney. Bears the distinctive oval Ernst Plank "E.P." maker's medallion on the front panel. No internal lamp or glass slides included. Surface patina, light scratching and wear consistent with age. A collectible and displayable piece of late 19th century toy and optical history. Pickup category timeslot {A}

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sat, May 23 2026 Category A: 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Pickup Location:  Westchester Blvd, Caledon, ON, L7E 5Z6 View Map (opens in new window)


Bidding Starts:

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 9:00:00 PM UTC

Bidding Ends:

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 between 12:00:00 AM and 12:19:00 AM UTC

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