Manufacture: Perken, Son & Rayment
Location: London, England
Model: "Optimus" Studio Camera
Production Dates: c1890
Film: Plate

Description: Specially arranged for studio use. "Invited to say, if in our estimation, the Studio Cameras of Perken, Son, and Rayment could be improved in any way whatever, for the purpose for which they are intended, we must answer, No!" British journal of Photography

This Camera is perfectly rigid, has double length of Bellows to suit small studios where large pictures are required, is fitted with Mechanical Adjustment to Focus and swing back. It is in all respects a perfect Instrument.

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Historic Camera Value and Rating - Estimating Overall Worth (about)

Reference Price for: 1891

6 1/2 x 4 3/4 - 145
8 1/2 x 6 1/2 - 188
10 x 10 - 225
12 x 12 - 265
15 x 15 - 325

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