Challenge Model G Folding Bellows Field or Stand Camera

Made:: circa 1895 in Glasgow

maker:: J Lizars, J

"Challenge" Model 'G' folding bellows field or stand camera for negatives 4 3/4 x 6 1/2. With triple extension, conical leather bellows, a double swing back, rising front and brass support. Focusing by rack and pinion. fitted with a Taylor Taylor Hobson Symmetrical F.8 7.2" f.1 lens mounted in an Automat Bausch & Lomb pneumatic shutter speeds 2sec-1/100sec B. & T. Of French mahogany with brass fittings. J Lizars. c.1895. With canvas carrying case.

Details

Category:: Photographic Technology

Collection:: Arthur Frank Collection

Object Number:: 1979-559/577

Materials:: lead (metal), glass, mahogany (wood) and brass (copper, zinc alloy)

Measurements:: Camera: 230 mm x 235 mm x 70 mm,
Case: 240 mm x 270 mm x 170 mm,

type:: field camera

credit:: The Arthur Frank Collection

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