Gregg, William T., New York, NY

Gregg's Folding Camera

Date Introduced: - ; Years Manufactured:  c. 1888-1890
Construction: front focus via rack and pinion (gears internal to base);  reversing by removable back; double swing
Materials:
Sizes Offered: 4x5; 5x7; 6.5x8.5; 8x10
Notes: William T. Gregg was an optician located at 104 Fulton St., New York, NY.  The camera offered is an English-style compact camera, probably re-sold by Gregg rather than manufactured.  Gregg labels are found on leather-covered hand and stand cameras as well.
References: 
Int. Ann. Anth. Photo. Bull. 1, 1888, p. 31
American Annual of Photography and Photographic Times Almanac for 1890, p. 31  
 

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