Large Lantern For 3 Colorized Lithophanies

Large lantern with cut sides for 3 colored lithophanies Rare red glass lantern for 3 lithophanies, brass structure. 3 lithophanies of gallant and bucolic scenes - gallant scene at the escarpolette - coupke in the woods - meeting on the footbridge Dimensions of the lithophane: 15 x 20 cm Dimensions of the lantern: 28 x 25 x 15 cm A lithophane is a thin plaque of ceramic with a relief whose thickness varies from 1.5 to 4 mm. The porcelain is fired twice at a temperature of 1250°C. In normal lighting there is virtually no visible image, but a three-dimensional image is created when a light is placed behind it. Lithophanies became particularly popular in the mid-19th century. Placed in front of a candle, they served as a bedside lamp or were hung in front of a window.
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