An Edwardian magic lantern and two bellows cameras

An Edwardian brass and alloy magic lantern or helioscopic projector, Walter Tyler patent 2459, 41cm long, together with two bellows plate cameras: Thornton Pickard 'The Empress' and a Frank Cliffe, with three plate carriages.

Condition Report

Magic lantern: lacking chimney and candle holder/lens, otherwise in good order, intact and functional.

Empress camera: appears complete. Bellows appear sound and free from holes/tares. Lens good. Some signs of age and use.

Cliffe camera: as found - distressed. Bellows appear sound. Lens good.

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