McKellen Folding Hand or Stand Camera

Made:
circa 1890 in Manchester
maker:
Samuel Dunseith McKellen
McKellen Folding Hand or Stand Camera

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McKellen folding hand or stand camera, with a lens, plate holder, and a shutter. Base fitted with a circular disc with fittings for tripod. With pull down front. Has rising front and swing back. McKellen, c.1890

Details

Category:
Photographic Technology
Collection:
Arthur Frank Collection
Object Number:
1979-559/212
Materials:
mahogany (wood), brass (copper, zinc alloy) and glass
Measurements:
overall: 205 mm x 230 mm x 62 mm,
type:
stand camera
credit:
The Arthur Frank Collection