Adjustable Pedestal Century Studio Camera Stand
Adjustable Pedestal Century Studio Camera Stand
An early 20th century American Industrial style camera stand designed and made by Century Camera for the Eastman Kodak Company in Rochester New York. Hand-crafted of solid mahogany with dark stained finish. Sturdy tripod legs are bolted to a cast iron support that surrounds a square center post with self locking brackets. A large cast iron wheel with turned wood handle crank smoothly lowers and raises the top platform. One leg has a levered floor stop and all legs have castors that roll smoothly. The top has a tilting mechanism so that it can be pitched at an angle or laid flat. Brass makers plaque attached to front: Century No. 4A Studio Camera Made in the U.S.A. by The Folmer Graflex Corporation Rochester, N.Y. U.S.A. Exceptional quality and functionality, designed to support and maneuver a heavy camera. Perfect for use as a standing desk or display pedestal for a sculpture when extended, or as a side table when lowered. Circa 1927-1940.
Dimensions: 30" x 30" x 29.5"-46"H
Platform top: 28" x 15"
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