Edison 35mm Projecting Kinetoscope, Hand Crank Circa 1897-1903 Cinema Projector

Description

Submitted for your consideration is this 1897 designed & patented, Circa 1903 built, Edison Projecting Kinetoscope.
This circa 1903 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 complete and 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.
The hand cranks on these are usually lost and replaced with clones, fakes or non correct handles. This one is an Edison Original !   Very rare.
This is the perfect display size configuration for tabletop, bookshelf or pedestal exhibition.
The projector body comes in a wood case, most likely red oak, and has a Bausch
& Lomb Cinephor projecting lens display mounted.
This example is in excellent condition with original mechanism parts and an original hand crank. The wood is in excellent condition and has been well nourished over the years 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 just 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 be restore it, as a way of preserving this wonderful and original antique with all its original 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.
We will ship worldwide to USA approved destinations.
Let us hear from you if interested.
We will match or better the price of any identical piece and offering.
We have been selling & collecting cinema antiques for over 50 years.
Shipping & packing is additional. Only proper heavy duty cushion packing is offered by our firm.