20th Oct, 2017 12:00
Fine Photographica
An Impressive Swift & Son 'The Challenge' Quarter Plate Mahogany Field Camera
1891, with Swift & Son Rapid Paragon 5x4 f/8 lens, brass, serial no. 3559, body, VG, lens, G, some internal marks; Fine dovetailed construction in Cuban mahogany with an elegant circular hollow tripod mount into which the lens fits when folded. Maker's plate to the top 'The Challenge, Swift & Son, 81 Tottenham Court Rd, London'
Sold for £696
Result including buyers premium
1891, with Swift & Son Rapid Paragon 5x4 f/8 lens, brass, serial no. 3559, body, VG, lens, G, some internal marks; Fine dovetailed construction in Cuban mahogany with an elegant circular hollow tripod mount into which the lens fits when folded. Maker's plate to the top 'The Challenge, Swift & Son, 81 Tottenham Court Rd, London'
Auction: Fine Photographica, 20th Oct, 2017
