Beautiful casket set of lenses by Darlot Paris, made circa 1870, in well preserved condition according age.

This is a barrel with 2 groups engraved Portrait A & Portrait B, and 6 other lenses for a lot of optic and focal length combinations.

In portrait mode, we are in Petzval optic design (cemented achromat on front,  two lenses separated by metal ring on rear).

Glasses are in good condition and ink handwritten "Darlot Paris" on the edge.

There is also a set of 11 waterstops.

Original mounting flange is included and is stored inside box.

Casket wooden and leatherette is worn.

estimated focal length: 160mm

covers quarter plate (and 4x5in)

A beautiful piece of french history of photography from 19th century for collectors and antique process shooters.

of course sold as described and pictured, no warranty according age, no return.

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