Camera, Folding
Object number2011.36.2 a,b
Manufacturer
Eastman Kodak Company
Date1903-1915
OriginRochester, NY
Mediumplastic; various metals; cotton; glass
Credit LineGift of Kathleen M. Gavlak
DescriptionFolding pocket camera with front outer cover.Dimensions(a) Height: 10 ; Width: 4.625 ; Depth: 2(b) H: 9.375 ; W: 4.5 ; D: 1.25
Marks(a)
Rectangular plate that pulls out has embossed text "Kodak".
(b)
Metal hinged plate on bottom, center has embossed text "USE AUTOGRAPHIC FILM / NO.A-122".
Embossed on inside: "NO.30-A FOLDING POCKET KODAK" followed by a list of patent numbers and "MANUFACTURED BY / EASTMAN KODAK CO. / ROCHESTER, N.Y. / MADE IN U.S.A."
Historical NotesKodak Folding Pocket camera used by the donor Kathleen M. Gavlak's uncle, Alfred J. Behe, who was an amateur photographer. He took many photographs while serving overseas during WWII. Behe was born in Gallitzin, Pennsylvania, and eventually settled in Allison Park, Pennsylvania.
Previous owner
Alfred J. Behe
Subjects
On View
Not on view
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