Embdude
17-Jul-2018, 13:07
Another summertime camera project...
c. 1888 Eastman Interchangeable 5x7 Camera
Eastman nameplate removed and:
Partridge
San Francisco
Engraved on wood.
Possibly a dealers mark? Were several famous photographers named Partridge in SF at that time so who knows...
Was planning to replace bellows and use it as my 5x7 camera. But thought I would check here if it has importance/ value ? Maybe I should get it to collector instead...
Original burgundy bellows ( must be replaced to be a useful camera). Missing 2 pieces, front extension and fold away ground glass.
Otherwise is in sturdy working condition...
P. S. Any idea what the little triangle with center hole is for at left top of front standard?
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c. 1888 Eastman Interchangeable 5x7 Camera
Eastman nameplate removed and:
Partridge
San Francisco
Engraved on wood.
Possibly a dealers mark? Were several famous photographers named Partridge in SF at that time so who knows...
Was planning to replace bellows and use it as my 5x7 camera. But thought I would check here if it has importance/ value ? Maybe I should get it to collector instead...
Original burgundy bellows ( must be replaced to be a useful camera). Missing 2 pieces, front extension and fold away ground glass.
Otherwise is in sturdy working condition...
P. S. Any idea what the little triangle with center hole is for at left top of front standard?
180575
180576
180577
180578