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Crankie Boxes

ART IN MOTION: EXPLORE CRANKIE BOXES

Crankie boxes, or moving panoramas, originated in the 19th century as large painted scrolls depicting landscapes and narratives. They evolved into portable devices with compact scrolls housed in boxes. By manually scrolling the scroll, audiences could observe illustrated scenes come to life. Today, crankie boxes continue to captivate as a form of interactive storytelling, inviting viewers into a world of art, motion, and imagination.

Crankie boxes, or moving panoramas, originated in the 19th century as large painted scrolls depicting landscapes and narratives. They evolved into portable devices with compact scrolls housed in boxes. By manually scrolling the scroll, audiences could observe illustrated scenes come to life. Today, crankie boxes continue to captivate as a form of interactive storytelling, inviting viewers into a world of art, motion, and imagination.

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Measures: 11 cm x 7 cm x 4 cm

Ideal for kids as the smaller size makes it easier to draw on the scroll.

Easier to customize, as you make it with your own materials.

Compatible with shadow play, although the smaller size may limit the size of the shadow forms.

Requires adult assistance for scroll mounting, especially for younger children.

Measures: 11 cm x 7 cm x 4 cm

Ideal for kids as the smaller size makes it easier to draw on the scroll.

Compact and easily stored in a drawer, perfect for limited space.

Compatible with shadow play, although the smaller size may limit the size of the shadow forms.

Requires adult assistance for scroll mounting, especially for younger children.

Measures: 25 cm x 17 cm x 10 cm

Offers a larger canvas for drawing, allowing for more intricate details and storytelling possibilities.

The bigger viewing window enables a larger audience to enjoy the story simultaneously.

Easier compatibility with shadow forms, providing ample space for creating captivating shadows.

Requires adult assistance for scroll mounting, especially for younger children.

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49,99 €Add to basket

59,95 €Add to basket

Pdf
Version

Measures: 11 cm x 7 cm x 4 cm.

Ideal for kids as the smaller size makes it easier to draw on the scroll.

Easier to customize, as you make it with your own materials.

Compatible with shadow play, although the smaller size may limit the size of the shadow forms.

Requires adult assistance for scroll mounting, especially for younger children.

9,99 €Add to basket

Mini
Version

Product image
IMG_1182
IMG_1181

Measures: 11 cm x 7 cm x 4 cm.

Ideal for kids as the smaller size makes it easier to draw on the scroll.

Compact and easily stored in a drawer, perfect for limited space.

Compatible with shadow play, although the smaller size may limit the size of the shadow forms.

Requires adult assistance for scroll mounting, especially for younger children.

49,99 €Add to basket

Pro
Version

IMG_1178
IMG_1179
IMG_1177

Measures: 25 cm x 17 cm x 10 cm.

Offers a larger canvas for drawing, allowing for more intricate details and storytelling possibilities.

The bigger viewing window enables a larger audience to enjoy the story simultaneously.

Easier compatibility with shadow forms, providing ample space for creating captivating shadows.

Requires adult assistance for scroll mounting, especially for younger children.

59,95 €Add to basket