Nest Egg Auctions
Live Auction

Annual New Years Auction

Sat, Dec 30, 2023 01:00PM EST
Lot 2

Antique View Camera

Estimate: $200 - $300

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
Restored 8" x 10" antique view camera. No manufacturer's plate present on reconstructed bellow guide. Features a Goerz Dagor Series III, No. 5 lens (f 6.8, focus 10 3/4 in.) Nr. 310913. Shutter component is missing and as such, the camera is untested. Comes mounted on an Ellis Tilter tripod. Unit stands 44 1/2" high with tripod legs fully extended. Refinishing present throughout on camera portion. The brass fitted lens is in overall good condition, its chief detriments being a dent in the outer ring and some extensive wear to the etched spec numbers. Tripod appears to be in fair and original condition (there is an instance of a fingerprint in white paint on one of the legs and sticker adhesive remants on another) minimal corrosion on mounting plate and accompanying hardware. Large shipping item. Please inquire regarding shipping rates prior to bidding. Keywords: antique, vintage, photography, film