Voightlander Brass Lens No. 22914

Description:

Voightlander Brass Lens No. 22914, Germany, c. 1870, lacquered brass lens cut for waterhouse stops marked with number as above and Voightlander & Sohn, Wien, Braunschweig, front and rear elements dia. 4, total lg. without hood 6 in., all in a wooden carrying case.
Estimate $300-500

There is a small "7" engraved near the rear of the lens. There are no waterhouse stops with the lens. Glass is dusty. Wooden case may not original to the lens.

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