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Guckkastenmann / Peep Box Man (colour litho)
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Guckkastenmann / Peep Box Man (colour litho)
8666249 Guckkastenmann / Peep Box Man (colour litho) by Christophe (Colomb, Georges) (1856-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guckkastenmann. Den Guckkasten kann man als den primitiven Vorlaufer unseres Kinos bezeichnen. Durch eine runde vergrossernde Glasscheibe konnte man die an der Ruckwand des Kastens befindlichen Bilder betrachten, die mit Hilfe einer Kurbel bewegt werden konnten und das rollende Filmband unserer Vorfahren darstellten. Besonders auf Jahrmarkten war der Guckkasten stets gern gesehen. Translation: Peep Box Man. The viewing box can be described as the primitive forerunner of our cinema. Through a round enlarging pane of glass one could look at the pictures on the back wall of the box, which could be moved with the help of a crank and represented the rolling film of our ancestors. The peep box was always welcome, especially at fairs. Illustration for Deutsche Kulturbilder, 1400-1900 (Cigaretten-Bilderdienst Hamburg-Bahrenfeld, 1934).); © Look and Learn
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Step back in time with this lithograph of the Guckkastenmann, or Peep Box Man, a fascinating glimpse into the early days of entertainment. The peep box was a primitive form of cinema, allowing viewers to peer through an enlarging glass pane and watch images on the back wall move with the turn of a crank. This unique device provided our ancestors with a simple yet magical experience akin to watching a rolling film.
The vibrant colors and intricate details in this print by Christophe (Colomb, Georges) transport us to a bygone era where fairs were bustling with excitement and wonder. The Guckkastenmann was always a popular attraction at such events, drawing crowds eager for a peek into this innovative form of visual storytelling.
As we admire this illustration from Deutsche Kulturbilder, 1400-1900, we are reminded of the ingenuity and creativity that have shaped the evolution of entertainment throughout history. Let yourself be transported back in time as you gaze upon this charming depiction of the Peep Box Man and imagine what it must have been like to experience such marvels firsthand.
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