Everard Auctions and Appraisals
Live Auction

Fall Southern Estates and Collections - Session I

Tue, Oct 26, 2021 10:00AM EDT
Lot 161

Half Plate Viewer Camera c. 1890s

Estimate: $300 - $500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
$300,000 $10,000

Property of a Florida Collector

Description:

London & Paris Optic & Clock Company, Half Plate Viewer Camera c. 1890s, London & Paris Optic & Clock Company, The Empress Half Plate Viewer Camera, with plaques inscribed 'The Empress' and 'W. Oldham, Photographic Chemist, Eton' on back, and brass adjustable lenses. Together with tripod stand. Height of stand: 39 3/4 in.

Measurements: Height: overall open 9 in. x Width: 10 1/2 in. x Depth: 8 3/4 in.

Condition:

Overall good condition, some old marks and scratches to wood, some pitting to metal, minor wear to accordion folds, stand worn, missing screws.
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