Folmer Graflex. Fingerprint camera Large format camera

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Folmer Graflex Fingerprint camera, circa 1905, in very good physical condition and not tested for functionality; restored with walnut veneer and includes 6 plate/film holders, dimensions about 19.75 x 15.25 x 10.25 cm.

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Antique Folmer Graflex camera (America), dating from about 1905 and custom-made, a one-off piece of 117 years, fully restored with a new walnut veneer finish. Originally used glass plates or sheet film for exposures around 8.35 x 11.35 cm, 6 plate/film holders are included. The lens is clean, free of haze and fungus, with no balsam separation. The shutter works and the viewfinder is relatively clean. Customized with a walnut veneer finish and polished components, this camera is a one-of-a-kind piece,
The camera measures approximately 19.75 x 15.25 x 10.25 cm
Excellent condition. In the photos there may be reflections due to the camera flash. The finish is uniform and has a glass-like glossy appearance.
Country of origin
Finish: Glossy
Production period 1905
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Antique Folmer Graflex camera (America), dating from about 1905 and custom-made, a one-off piece of 117 years, fully restored with a new walnut veneer finish. Originally used glass plates or sheet film for exposures around 8.35 x 11.35 cm, 6 plate/film holders are included. The lens is clean, free of haze and fungus, with no balsam separation. The shutter works and the viewfinder is relatively clean. Customized with a walnut veneer finish and polished components, this camera is a one-of-a-kind piece,
The camera measures approximately 19.75 x 15.25 x 10.25 cm
Excellent condition. In the photos there may be reflections due to the camera flash. The finish is uniform and has a glass-like glossy appearance.
Country of origin
Finish: Glossy
Production period 1905
See photos for visual description
P32523599883974O

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Folmer Graflex.
Model/type nr
Fingerprint camera
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Not tested
Estimated period
1900-1910
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