[CAMERAS]. 8 falling plate cameras, including

Monopol camera with tropical mahogany finish, unmarked (some surface wear to wood). Size 8 1/4 x 7 1/2 x 4 1/2 in. - Monopol camera, top plaque identified to the retailer, "Morchio Vassalli y Cia, Rosario de Santa Fr.," bottom plaque inscribed, "Monopol." Size 9 x 8 x 4 1/2 in. Ca early 20th century. -- Unmarked camera with open face shutter display, likely French. Size 11 1/2 x 9 1/2 x 6 in. -- Klito camera, small plaque on front marked "Patent," and plaque on side marked "Klito / British Made." With unique bellows assembly (bellows overall good). Size 9 1/2 x 7 x 4 in. when extended. -- Camera with open face that reveals shutter mechanism and "Patent" marking. Size 8 x 6 3/4 x 4 in. -- Unmarked camera with plates on front marked "Ferme" and "Arme" respectively, likely French. Size 9 x 7 1/2 x 4 1/4 in. -- Klito camera, circular plaque at top marked "British Made," bottom plaque marked "Patent." Plaque on side marked "Klito No. 0 / British Made." Size 8 1/4 x 7 x 4 in. -- Camera with green leather finish, drop front exposes mahogany face. Lens on brass mount inscribed "Ilex Shutter / Patent." Size 7 1/4 x 6 x 5 in.

Together, 8 falling plate cameras.

The Robert W. Lisle History of Photography Collection

This lot is located in Cincinnati.

Condition of cameras consistent with age and use. All with surface wear and some cracking / brittleness to leather.

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Ms. Horstman has spent over a decade specializing in historic photography and Americana at auction. During her tenure, she has overseen several notable single owner auctions, including property from the inventory of celebrated Americana and antique arms expert Norm Flayderman. During her time with the firm, she has maintained an active membership in the Daguerreian Society. Ms. Horstman holds an MA in Art History from the University of Cincinnati and a BA in Art History from The Ohio State University.

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[CAMERAS]. 8 falling plate cameras, including

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