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Dealer: London Fine Ltd
Location: Hele, United Kingdom
Tel: 0207 1833 511
Email: info@londonfine.co.uk

Antique Quarter Plate Film Holders, English, Photographic Slide, Victorian, 1900

SOLD

Code: 18.8223

Dimensions:W: 10cm  (3.9")H: 15cm  (5.9")D: 1.5cm  (0.6")

Website: https://www.antiquesboutique.com/antique-scientific-instruments/antique-quarter-plate-film-holders-english-photographic-slide-victorian-1900/itm105020

This is a set of 3 antique quarter plate film holders. An English, mahogany double dark photographic slide, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

A fascinating set of early photographic slides

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in very good order

Select stocks present fine grain interest and rich russet hues

Brass latches and clasps show subtle golden tones

Ebonised interior, with thin metal plate for holding the film stock in place

Accepts 'quarter plate' film plates of 3.25" x 4.25"

Numbered sides set within circular emblems

Untested for light seal, but superb decorative interest - compatible plate camera unknown

This is a charming set of antique quarter plate film holders, presented in superb quality. Would make for a wonderful gift for a photographer, gracing a studio desktop or repurposed as photo frames of distinction. Delivered waxed, polished and ready to display.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 10cm (4'')

Max Depth: 1.5cm (.5'')

Max Height: 15cm (6'').


Origin : United Kingdom
Manufacture Date : Circa 1900
Materials : Wood