No.1A ANSCO camera

Made:
circa 1912 in Binghampton
maker:
Ansco
No.1A ANSCO camera

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No. 1A folding Ansco camera for rollfilm 166. 6 exposures, 2 1/2 x 4 1/4", in original carton. Sliding clip at top to release back. Button on side releases lowers the drop-front. A lever below the focusing scale moves lens panel. Fitted with Rapid symmetrical, approx F.8 mounted in 4-speed Bionic shutter, speeds,1/10, 1/100 B. & T. Of wood and metal construction with leather covering. Ansco, c.1912

Details

Category:
Photographic Technology
Collection:
Arthur Frank Collection
Object Number:
1979-559/405
Materials:
wood (unidentified), metal (unknown) and leather
Measurements:
overall: 205 mm x 100 mm x 45 mm,
type:
rollfilm camera
credit:
The Arthur Frank Collection