General Information

Serial #

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Part Number

22

Total Parts

22

AKA

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Patents

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General Description

Wood case covered in leather with metal fittings.

Dimensions

Note: These reflect the general size for storage and are not necessarily representative of the object's true dimensions.

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Lexicon

Group

Photography

Category

Still camera accessories

Sub-Category

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Manufacturer

AKA

Unknown

Country

Unknown

State/Province

Unknown

City

Unknown

Context

Country

Canada

State/Province

Saskatchewan

Period

This camera used c. 1945 to 1973. Used infrequently from 1973 to 1994.

Canada

Original use in Saskatchewan unknown, but likely used as a press camera based on 4x5 format, and generic use of speed graphics. (ref.1)

Function

To contain, store, and protect objects while not in use.

Technical

Later model of the popular press camera used throughout much of the 20th century. The 4x5 format was originally adapted to newspaper column formats. Noted for versatility. Intended as a plate camera, it could also be adapted to use roll film. (ref.1)

Area Notes

Unknown

Details

Markings

None apparent

Missing

Appears complete

Finish

Dark brown leather covered case with a lighter brown handle and silver-coloured handle attachments. The hasp is a dark brass-coloured metal. Attached to the front is a light coloured wood peg attached by a white string.

Decoration

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