Plate Camera Collection

Henley-Street, Stratford-On-Avon, with Shakspeare's House, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Henley-Street, Stratford-On-Avon, with Shakspeare's House, 1864. Celebrating the tercentenary of Shakespeare's birth

The War in New Zealand: stronghold of the Maoris at Rangariri, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The War in New Zealand: stronghold of the Maoris at Rangariri, 1864. Engraving from a photograph, of the scene of '...General Cameron's victory on the 20th of November...The British

Photographie, 1856. Creator: Honore Daumier
Photographie, 1856. Photography. Nouveau procede employe pour obtenir des poses gracieuses. (New method for obtaining graceful poses)

Fete at Norton Hall, the seat of C. Cammell, Esq. 1860. Creator: J. Sugman
Fete at Norton Hall, the seat of C. Cammell, Esq. 1860. Event to celebrate the 50th birthday of landowner, businessman and manufacturer Charles Cammell

Gertrude Ka¨sebier, 1905. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Gertrude Ka¨sebier, 1905. Photograph shows photographer Gertrude Kasebier, standing next to a tripod-mounted camera, an unidentified man is standing behind the camera

G.N. Press Car, between 1913 and 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing. G.N. Press Car, between 1913 and 1918
G.N. Press Car, between 1913 and 1918. Men in photography studio. Glass plate in rack on right, acetic acid behind

Photographer at U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C. between 1913 and 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Photographer at U.S
Photographer at U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C. between 1913 and 1917. Man using a plate camera on a tripod. American politician Joseph Gurney Cannon on left

Two unidentified women being photographed, c1890. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Two unidentified women being photographed, c1890. Photograph showing two women in profile, posing for a portrait. Includes the photographer and camera

Archie Roosevelt photographing Quentin Roosevelt outdoors, 1902. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Archie Roosevelt photographing Quentin Roosevelt outdoors, 1902. (Sons of President Theodore Roosevelt)

Miss Johnston & audience, Lake Como, Italy, 1899. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Miss Johnston & audience, Lake Como, Italy, 1899. [Photographer] Frances Benjamin Johnston, standing with her camera, and group of children

The Prince of Wales Visit to Egypt: His Royal Highness examining the negatives taken by... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Prince of Wales Visit to Egypt: His Royal Highness examining the negatives taken by Mr. Bedford, photographist, at Philae, 1862

Quentin & Archie Roosevelt, 1902. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston. Quentin & Archie Roosevelt, 1902
Quentin & Archie Roosevelt, 1902. (Sons of President Theodore Roosevelt - Archie photographing Quentin)

French photographer, 1861. Creator: Yoshikazu
French photographer, 1861

A Foreign Camera (Gaikoku shashinkyo no zu), 1860. Creator: Yoshikazu
A Foreign Camera (Gaikoku shashinkyo no zu), 1860

1914 poster advertising photographic studio
6117423 1914 poster advertising photographic studio by Roessel, A. von (1883-1947); (add.info.: 1914 poster advertising Fotografie Strauss in Rotterdam, Netherlands)

Protected from bullets by an armoured steel shield: the operator at work
STC405633 Protected from bullets by an armoured steel shield: the operator at work, illustration from The Illustrated War News, 13th September 1916 (sepia photo) by English Photographer

A portrait photographers studio, 1896-98 (silver gelatin print)
MNY380818 A portrait photographers studio, 1896-98 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 20.3x25.4 cm; Museum of the City of New York

French Photographer with His Wife, 1861 (Bunkyu 1, 2nd month). Creator: Yoshikazu
French Photographer with His Wife, 1861 (Bunkyu 1, 2nd month)

1914 poster advertising Fotografie Strauss in Rotterdam, Netherlands, by Dutch artist Arnold van Roessel, 1883-1947

Twenty-Four Hours at Shinbashi / Yanagibashi: 12 Noon. (Shinyanagi nijuyo-ji
Twenty-Four Hours at Shinbashi/Yanagibashi: 12 Noon. (Shinyanagi nijuyo-ji, gozen juni-ji), 1880

Portrait photographers studio, c1880. The photographer, with his head under a black cloth, is focusing on his sitter. He is using a plate camera on a tripod

Photographers studio, c1895. The photogapher is focusing on his sitters. Above is a bank of arc lights. The use of bright artificial light meant that exposure times could be reduced to a few seconds

Portrait photography as a fitting career for a young woman, 1884. A female photographer uses a plate camera on a tripod to take a childs portrait in her studio

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The plate camera, a timeless invention that has shaped the world of photography since its creation in 1861 by French photographer Yoshikazu. With its sturdy build and intricate design, this remarkable device revolutionized the art of capturing moments frozen in time. In an era where foreign cameras were a rarity, Yoshikazu's "A Foreign Camera" (Gaikoku shashinkyo no zu) from 1860 showcased his innovative spirit. This early advertisement poster for a photographic studio in 1914 highlighted the growing popularity of this medium among the masses. One cannot overlook the sheer resilience of these cameras as they were protected from bullets by an armored steel shield, allowing operators to fearlessly capture images even amidst chaos. The dedication and passion exhibited by photographers working diligently behind these protective shields is truly commendable. Step into a portrait photographer's studio from the late 19th century, and you would be transported to a world filled with silver gelatin prints capturing life's most precious moments. Whether it was "French Photographer with His Wife" or various other portraits taken during that period, Yoshikazu's talent knew no bounds. As time progressed, more studios emerged showcasing their expertise through stunning photographs. From c1880 to c1895, portrait photographers' studios flourished as they captured individuals' unique personalities and stories within each frame. Breaking societal norms came hand-in-hand with progress; thus, young women found themselves pursuing careers in portrait photography during the late 19th century. It was seen as not only fitting but empowering for them to express their creativity through this artistic profession. Advertising played a crucial role in promoting photography studios worldwide. In Rotterdam, Netherlands, Fotografie Strauss gained recognition through Arnold van Roessel's captivating poster dating back to 1883-1947. These posters acted as gateways into realms where memories could be immortalized forever. Photography transcends time itself.