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Title proper
Detective camera
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- Object
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- Attributions and conjectures: Supplied title based on object.
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Repository
Reference code
2005.006.06.01
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[ca. 1892] (Manufacturing)
- Manufacturer
- Scovill & Adams Company
Physical description area
Physical description
1 piece of photographic equipment : camera ; 16 x 23 x 20 cm
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Scope and content
Item is a wooden, leather-covered Waterbury Improved Detective Camera. The design is a simple box format with film holders accessed through a door at the rear, and shutter assembly inside the front of box. On the inside of the plate holder door, a sticker reads "Caution, This film must be developed before Jan. 1st, 1900."
Notes area
Physical condition
Camera is outwardly fine, though in unknown working condition, and case is slightly worn.
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Open. Records are available for consultation without restriction.
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Signatures note
A tag tied to the handle reads: "Watebury (sic) Detective Camera circa 1888 $600-"
General note
Item is from the Lorne Shields donation, accession number 2008.009. Moved to the Heritage Camera Collection in 2013.
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- Scovill & Adams Company (Subject)