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Camera Lucida in original Shagreen case by Dolland, 1820, London.

Item#: SOI1061

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Camera Lucida in original Shagreen case by Dolland, 1820, London. - click to enlarge.

Camera Lucida in original Shagreen case, made by Dolland, 1820.This is the largest and most advanced model made by Dolland in London. This Camera Lucida was used for drawing objects in true perspective, and for copying, reducing, or enlarging other objects. This improved model, was made in brass and enclosed in a velvet lined box covered with high quality shagreen skin . The special clamp provide movements in two dimensions, the telescoping stem consists of 4 units, the wide prism and lens system can move in two dimensions. All parts are in very good condition. Copy of the original instruction manual is included.