Private company

Merkelbach & Co

Merkelbach & Co is a Dutch manufacturer of magic lanterns, optical instruments, cameras, and toy trains in Amsterdam.¹ It was founded in 1870 by Johannes Wilhelm Merkelbach.¹ It is headquartered in Lieshout.¹

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1870Founded¹

HeadquartersAmsterdam, Netherlands¹

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The story

Founded by Johannes Wilhelm Merkelbach in 1870.¹

Leadership

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FounderJohannes Wilhelm Merkelbach¹

Timeline

1870Founded Founded¹

Sources

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WikidataMerkelbach & Co on Wikidata
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Wikimedia CommonsMerkelbach & Co photo by Alf van Beem, CC0