Darlot Universal Casket Lens w/6 Cells in Original Case

Attributed as the first lens manufacturer to sell a complete casket set, Darlot first produced the "Universal" Casket Set in approx. 1865.

This complete Universal Casket Set, minus flange, is in beautiful condition. There are 6 individual cells included: 17cm, 25cm, 33cm, 38cm, 45cm, and 45cm.

When used individually, the cells behave like very wide angle achromatic lenses. The included focal lengths, between 5 1/2" and 17 3/4", will cover a variety of large formats from 4X5" to 11X14", and possibly larger panoramic formats as well.

When used in combination, the cells behave like a rectilinear lenses up to 9" in focal length and covering the 4X5" and 5X7" formats (and possibly 8X10" with the longest combination?).

Each lens only needs a light cleaning for dust, etc. before use, as there are no significant scratches or fungus present!

Price: $1250