Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Kodak No. 1, Bell & Howell "Filmo Field Model," and Two Other Cameras, late 19th/early 20th century, Kodak No. 1 in brown leather marked "3424/Patent May 5, 1885/Other Patents Applied for in All Countries," in original carrying case; a "Filmo" movie camera in patterned brown finish; a 3A Folding Pocket Kodak in leather carrying case; and a Kodak Monitor 620 in carrying case.
Estimate $300-500
Kodak No. 1 lacking winding "key" and shutter cocking lever and has some scuffs to leather. Monitor lens cloudy. Filmo has a Taylor-Hobson 20mm f/3.5 lens.
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Keywords
KodakStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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