[EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. Camera produced by Otto Francke, Dresden.

Folding plate camera comprised of a wood frame with canvas bellows, approx. 7 1/4 x 9 3/4 x 11 3/4 in. (fully extended, not including lens). Label on front identified to "Otto Francke, Dresden" (hairline crack in base, surface wear consistent with age and use). Undated, ca late 19th century. Lens mounted on front of camera manufactured by Durst. Accompanied by 2 wood cartridges, an additional lens manufactured by Wollensak, Rochester, and other accessories, possibly unrelated.

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[EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. Camera produced by Otto Francke, Dresden.

American Historical Ephemera and Photography

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[EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. Camera produced by Otto Francke, Dresden.