This camera was used by George Hardacre both personally and professionally. He recorded much of his family and their story on this camera.
Description
Studio camera on tripod stand:
large format glass negative folding box camera: wooden structure with bellows that allow camera to be extended. The bottom frame appears to be different from the top. Lens affixed to front - P. Angenieux, Paris, St Heand AX Type 65 F85-90 No. 414 006.
Century No. 4 tripod stand, c. 1880s: wooden legs and table; height adjusted via metal wheel on a ratchet.