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Any questions feel free to ask. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anthony \u0026 Co Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52353803977032,"sku":"S2179","price":54.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/0147\/0792\/files\/A6EF8708-DA38-41EA-88A6-8C298B6B6331.jpg?v=1768997111"},{"product_id":"untitled-feb14_09-34","title":"Dobbie-McInnes Hopkinson Flashlight Indicator with Photographic Hood","description":"\u003cp\u003eA very rare and intriguing Dobbie-McInnes Hopkinson Flashlight Indicator with Photographic \/ Telescopic Hood. This particular engine indicator is particularly rare given the condition of the photographic hood which has survived well over one-hundred years. According to John Walter in his 'Engine Indicators: Autographic and other recorders from the time of James Watt to Today (Part 5: Clever Tricks)' (2024), Dobbie McInnes may have only made 250 Hopkinson Optical Indicators, so the likelihood of others surviving in a condition as complete as this one is highly unlikely. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design of the Hopkinson Indicator is such that a pin-point beam of light is directed onto a mirror and reflected on a photographic plate or through a special observation telescope, where the changes of pressure during the operating cycle of an engine are traced as a permanent record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is in remarkably good condition. Two screws are missing from the hood and there is a small chip the corner of the glass plate but it is structurally good. A fantastic, collectors' indicator which also makes for a great display item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny questions feel free to ask.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dobbie-McInnes \u0026 Clyde Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52476734996808,"sku":"S2233","price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/0147\/0792\/files\/E9BA20C7-E3AC-4E48-B246-4375F2D52D46.jpg?v=1771061730"},{"product_id":"voiglander-brilliant","title":"Voigtlander Brilliant Twin Lens Film Camera","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"405\"\u003eCondition Grade: \u003cstrong\u003e7\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"405\"\u003e\/10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"572\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"572\"\u003e(All cameras are untested with film. Mechanical functions such as shutter, film advance, buttons and dials are checked. 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Mechanical functions such as shutter, film advance, buttons and dials are checked. 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A complete set which is in excellent condition for its age. Lots included so please study the photos well. Any questions feel free to ask. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bolex Paillard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52535195566408,"sku":null,"price":63.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/0147\/0792\/files\/4A0AF167-B986-49BA-B79B-211933D3A443.jpg?v=1771874286"},{"product_id":"antique-ernemann-horizontal-enlarger-circa-1920","title":"Antique Ernemann Horizontal Enlarger, circa. 1920 (with wooden box)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA huge antique horizontal enlarger from the Dresden factory of one of Europe's greatest camera manufacturers, Heinrich Ernemann. All controls for bellows are working correctly, as are the thumbscrews for adjusting the image orientation. Some cosmetic wear to the bellows but no holes or tears. The lens optics and iris would benefit from a clean although are generally clean. One lens is loose and the other is fitted within a tinplate cylinder. Original lamp holder is included but has not been tested. Missing top to the body. This enlarger comes with a large wooden box (no key included). Overall, would benefit from a some restoration work but nonetheless a sought after collectors' item. Any questions feel free to ask. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ernemann","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52550826197320,"sku":"S2272","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/0147\/0792\/files\/94890F63-EF17-4A8C-BCA8-A2CD6372974D.jpg?v=1772104139"},{"product_id":"early-20th-century-photograph-album-cruise-aboard-the-s-y-semiramis-r-y-s","title":"Early 20th Century (1910) Photograph Album - Cruise aboard the S.Y. \"Semiramis\" R.Y.S.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn early 20th Century large cloth bound photograph album documenting a cruise aboard the steam yacht 'Semiramis'. Showing a cruise around the Mediterranean Sea launching from Lisbon with excursions at Tangiers, Naples, Pompei, Messina, Alexandria, Athens, Delphi, Corinthian Canal and Corfu ending in Venice. Includes a photograph labelled 'self', assumably by the lady who wrote up this photograph album. Includes a variety of original photographs combined with postcards and commercial photographs. Some repair to the binding however the album is intact and is firmly held together with no loose pages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anthony \u0026 Co Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52585218638152,"sku":"S1453","price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/0147\/0792\/files\/414A01DF-7A0A-4839-8399-89EA42C3D9DF.jpg?v=1772624672"},{"product_id":"coronet-photographic-enlarger-lantern-projector","title":"Antique Coronet Photographic Enlarger \/ Lantern Projector","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique Coronet Photographic Enlarger \/ Lantern Projector with tinplate body and polished wooden frame. A later electric conversion example with bulb still intact. Comes with wooden slider which is intact and good. Lenses and bellows are also in good condition. At its most compact the lantern is around 20 inches in length. The body would benefit from a restoration (or oily rag clean-up). Any questions feel free to ask. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coronet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52922100580680,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/0147\/0792\/files\/A0E4EAB4-9455-4C49-BB60-F222AFA56FAE.jpg?v=1776369654"},{"product_id":"antique-french-ballon-captif-photograph-albumen-paris","title":"Antique French \"Ballon Captif\" Photograph (Albumen), Paris","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal antique mounted photograph featuring the famous \"Ballon Captif\" attraction at the Jardin Zoologique d'Acclimatation in Paris, France. The image shows passengers inside the wicker basket with rigging above. Photographer A. Liebert. A wonderful piece of early French photographic history with strong collectors' appeal. Named persons are listed on reverse in pencil. Some age-related wear, toning, and surface marks but good for its age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"A. 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Please see photos, any questions feel free to ask. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Husbands \u0026 Sons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53247315345736,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/0147\/0792\/files\/8E5DA263-60BF-42CE-ADB1-C230718896AD.jpg?v=1780931526"},{"product_id":"untitled-jun8_16-16-39","title":"Merkelbach \u0026 Co. No. 490 Magic Lantern Projector w\/ Box \u0026 Slides","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAn original magic lantern projector with glass topped burner and slides in box. Bears similarity to Plank projectors however this one has been marketed and sold by Merkelbach \u0026amp; Co. of Amsterdam. The box label quotes “dissolving views”. A nice projector which has some age related wear to paintwork and occasional scratching but generally well-kept with all of the pieces intact. Any questions feel free to ask. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merkelbach \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53249611268424,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/0147\/0792\/files\/d89eb31c-3012-49e8-b63b-2423d667d9cb.jpg?v=1780932578"},{"product_id":"vintage-hensoldt-wetzlar-microscope-early-20th-century","title":"Vintage Hensoldt Wetzlar Microscope - Early 20th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vintage Microscope, believed to have been produced by Germany manufacturer, \u003cspan\u003eHensoldt Wetzlar\u003c\/span\u003e, likely dating from the early 20th century. This particular model is a monocular compound, rotating nosepiece with a distinctive curved frame and horseshoe base. The microscope comes with its original wooden box and tie-down alongside a good number of accessories, as per photos. The instrument is untested but appears in good condition. Any questions feel free to ask. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hensoldt Wetzlar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53379939369288,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/0147\/0792\/files\/3cb4511d-7f9d-4dac-9ff5-bf23a5f47310.jpg?v=1782389018"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/0147\/0792\/collections\/39187-0.jpg?v=1772131685","url":"https:\/\/anthonycollectables.com\/collections\/optical.oembed?page=2","provider":"Anthony \u0026 Co Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}