Stereoscopic sliding box camera (wood & metal)

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Stereoscopic sliding box camera (wood & metal)

937284 Stereoscopic sliding box camera (wood & metal) by Pyne, J. J. (19th century); 17.1x8.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Polished mahogany body, lacquered-brass fittings, hinged focusing screen, screw focusing extending inner box, pair of ross, lacquered brass lenses and swinging brass shutter); Photo eChristies Images; British, out of copyright

Media ID 23687616

© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images

Camera Equipment Sliding Stereoscopic Box Camera

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This print showcases a remarkable piece of 19th-century ingenuity - the Stereoscopic sliding box camera by J. J. Pyne. Crafted with precision and elegance, this wooden and metal camera is a testament to the artistry and innovation of its time. Measuring at 17.1x8.9 cm, this camera boasts a polished mahogany body adorned with lacquered-brass fittings that exude sophistication. Its hinged focusing screen allows for precise adjustments while capturing images, ensuring optimal clarity in every shot. The screw focusing extending inner box adds an element of versatility to this device, enabling photographers to adapt their shots according to their creative vision. Equipped with a pair of ross lenses made from lacquered brass and a swinging brass shutter, this camera offers exceptional image quality and control over exposure. Preserved within a private collection, this stereoscopic sliding box camera represents an era when photography was still in its infancy but rapidly evolving as an art form. It serves as a reminder of the inventiveness and craftsmanship that characterized Victorian-era technology. As we gaze upon this extraordinary artifact through the lens of modernity, let us appreciate not only its historical significance but also how far we have come in our pursuit of capturing life's most precious moments through photography.

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