Can anyone here please help me identify this wooden bellows camera please?

[aswift]

I collect many things but I am not a collector of cameras nor do I have any knowlege in the area.

I recently acquired a wooden bellows camera in a rather sorry state. I was hoping the experts here may be able to offer their opinions regarding age, history etc etc. It really is just a curiosity display in my office but all information swould be appreciated. Please feel free to email me directly if that is easier at andrewnswift@yahoo.ca I can post only 4 pictures here but can send more if they will assist. Many thanks for your help.

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[Two23]

My opinion is this was made in the 20th century and is more of a decoration than anything.


Kent in SD

[aswift]

Thank you Kent. This is my opinion as well...however it does make a rather nice office decoration and talking point and it was zero cost.

[John Kasaian]

I'd imagine that Darlot lens is probably quite desirable, especially if it's a Pretzel...uhhh...Petzval

[blue4130]

I'd imagine that Darlot lens is probably quite desirable, especially if it's a Pretzel...uhhh...Petzval

It looks like the glass is missing.

[Two23]

It looks like the glass is missing.


Ah yes. It's an empty barrel. Definitely a decoration.


Kent in SD