Rochester Optical Full Plate Camera Kit

Description:

Rochester Optical Full Plate Camera Kit, Rochester, New York, c. 1900, mahogany and brass folding camera with reversible back, rack and pinion focus, red leather bellows, Wale & Mathein 7-in. lens, wooden tripod, and three double-sided dry plate holders, all in a canvas carrying case.

Estimate $200-300

Wood has some scratches from folding and around tripod mount. Lens disc stops dial has a piece missing. Lens in barrel with no shutter. Leather strap on case is broken and and canvas split along cover hinge.


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