Colour transparencies being viewed on a lightbox book
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Colour transparencies being viewed on a lightbox book
A colour photograph album invented by M. P Duchenne. In 1910, technology had not enabled colour images to be printed on paper, only as glass plates. Transparencies had to be held to the light to be viewed. The self-illuminating album allowed plates to be turned and viewed over two electric lamps
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Step back in time with this historical print capturing the innovative invention of a self-illuminating colour photograph album by M. P Duchenne in 1910. In an era where technology had not yet advanced enough to print colour images on paper, glass plates were the medium of choice for preserving memories. Colour transparencies had to be held up to the light in order to view them, a cumbersome and impractical process.
Duchenne's creation revolutionized the way people enjoyed their photographs, allowing them to be easily viewed over two electric lamps within the album itself. No longer did one need to fumble with delicate glass plates or strain their eyes trying to make out details against a dim background.
This image captures a moment frozen in time, showcasing both the beauty and ingenuity of early 20th-century technology. The soft glow of the electric lamps illuminates the colourful transparencies, inviting viewers to step into a world long past.
As we marvel at this piece of history, let us remember how far we have come in terms of photographic advancements while also appreciating the simplicity and elegance of inventions from days gone by.
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