Projectionist Collection

BBC Late Low Definition Television Control Room. On the right is the mirror-drum projection scanner, on the left are the two checking receivers

The magic lantern, c. 1870 (b / w photo)
NUL239722 The magic lantern, c.1870 (b/w photo) by Thomson, John (1837-1921); Private Collection; Scottish, out of copyright

Magic lantern show (chromolitho)
974555 Magic lantern show (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Magic lantern show)

Film projector (chromolitho)
974553 Film projector (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Film projector.); © Look and Learn

Projection room, Capitol Theatre, Detroit, Michigan, 1925. Detroits Capitol Theatre was a cinema and concert venue designed by Charles Howard Crane and opened in 1922

WW2 - With the W. A. A. F. - Cine Projectionists
WW2 - With the W.A.A.F. - Cine Projectionists Date: circa 1942

The Magic Lantern, 1798 (litho) (b / w photo)
XIR217840 The Magic Lantern, 1798 (litho) (b/w photo) by Bosio, Jean Francois (1764-1827) (after); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

The Magic Lantern (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR217839 The Magic Lantern (engraving) (b/w photo) by Lelu, Pierre (1741-1810) (after); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Kinetographe operator, 1897
Kinetographe operator. 19th-century artwork of a film-maker operating an early type of movie camera called a kinetographe

Disabled film projectionist, 1919 C016 / 4502
Disabled film projectionist. One-legged World War I veteran (left) working as a film projectionist. This is an exhibit poster produced by the Red Cross Institute for Crippled and Disabled Men

Cinema Projection Room
The projection room of the City Movie theatre, Landskrona 1910 Date: 1910

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"Capturing the Magic: A Journey through the World of Projectionists" Step back in time to the BBC Late Low Definition Television Control Room, where skilled projectionists brought television magic to life. Travel even further into history with the enchanting magic lantern, a precursor to modern projectors, as seen in a captivating black and white photo from 1870. Experience the mesmerizing world of a magic lantern show through a vibrant chromolithograph that showcases its colorful allure. Witness the evolution of film projection with a vivid chromolithograph depicting an early film projector in action. Enter the atmospheric projection room at Capitol Theatre, Detroit, Michigan in 1925 and imagine being part of this cinematic experience. During WW2, brave W. A. A. F. Cine projectionists played their crucial role on the frontlines, bringing entertainment and respite amidst chaos. Delve into antiquity with an intriguing lithograph from 1798 showcasing "The Magic Lantern, " highlighting its enduring appeal across centuries. Discover another captivating engraving capturing "The Magic Lantern" in all its glory; it's clear why this device held such fascination for generations. Meet a dedicated Kinetographe operator from 1897 who helped pioneer motion picture technology and bring stories to life on screen. Uncover poignant history as we glimpse into the life of a disabled film projectionist captured in an evocative photograph from 1919 by Dolly Gray. Celebrate Dolly Gray once more as she captures moments behind-the-scenes as GLC-LFB Brigade photographer - her lens immortalizes these unsung heroes.