Petzval Portrait type of Doublet Lens

Made:: c. 1875

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A Petzval Portrait type of doublet lens approx. F.4 9inch f.l. with Waterhouse stops and rack pinion focusing. No makers name.

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Category:: Photographic Technology

Object Number:: 1979-559/1417

Materials:: glass and metal (unknown)

Measurements:: overall: 134 mm x 110 mm x 105 mm,

type:: lens

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Petzval Portrait type of Doublet Lens

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