CAMERA

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a vintage folding view camera, characterized by its wooden body and brass lens encasement. The camera is placed on a rich, velvety red surface, highlighting its classic design. The wooden construction displays a polished finish, with dovetail joints visible at the corners, indicating meticulous craftsmanship. A brass lens protrudes from the front, reflecting light from its gleaming surface. Adjacent to the camera body, a small knob and an attached metal hinge can be seen, suggesting parts of its folding mechanism. A white tags hangs at the side, inscribed with handwritten text that appears to note information about the camera. The entire scene evokes a sense of nostalgia, reminiscent of early photographic history.

The image shows a vintage folding view camera, characterized by its wooden body and brass lens encasement. The camera is placed on a rich, velvety red surface, highlighting its classic design. The wooden construction displays a polished finish, with dovetail joints visible at the corners, indicating meticulous craftsmanship. A brass lens protrudes from the front, reflecting light from its gleaming surface. Adjacent to the camera body, a small knob and an attached metal hinge can be seen, suggesting parts of its folding mechanism. A white tags hangs at the side, inscribed with handwritten text that appears to note information about the camera. The entire scene evokes a sense of nostalgia, reminiscent of early photographic history.

Name/Title

CAMERA

Entry/Object ID

1976.1.16

Description

VIEW CAMERA/FOLDING/WOODEN FRAME/REMOVABLE SHUTTER PLATE/5 "F" STOPS

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Camera

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Camera Equipment

Nomenclature Class

Photographic T&E

Nomenclature Category

Category 06: Tools & Equipment for Communication

Dimensions

Height

7 in

Width

10-1/2 in

Length

10-1/2 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

Wood

Condition

Overall Condition

Good