What is myrioramas?

Myrioramas are storytelling devices made up of linked picture cards that can be arranged in countless combinations to create a variety of scenes or stories. The name "myriorama" comes from Greek words meaning "thousands of views" or "myriad scenes." Each card has a different image or scene, and when the cards are aligned in a certain order, they create a continuous panoramic view.

Myrioramas were popular in the 19th century as a form of entertainment, and were often used in parlour games or as educational toys. They were commonly sold in sets of 16 or 24 cards, and could be arranged in endless combinations to create different narratives, from fantastical landscapes to historical events.

Some myrioramas were designed to be used by a single person, while others were meant to be shared among a group. They were often accompanied by a booklet or sheet of instructions with suggested combinations of cards to create specific stories or scenes.

Today, myrioramas continue to be popular among collectors and enthusiasts of vintage toys and games. They are also used in art and design, with contemporary artists creating their own versions using a variety of mediums, from paper to digital images.