Von Daguerre Bis Heute II by Abring, H. D - 1981

Herne, Germany: Herausgeber Privates Foto-Museum, 1981. Hardcover. First edition. This volume opens with a 31-page illustrated timeline and history of the Magic Lantern including images and details of specific models followed by a photographic history of the camera and photographic equipment, from the 1840s to the 1970s, with about 6 cameras per page with detailed descriptions. Chapters on cameras include box types, plate models, stereoscope cameras, SLR, Instamatics, 2-1/4, specialty cameras, etc. There is a separate chapter on projectors, one on accessories, and lenses. Text in German. 260 pages; b&w photos throughout; 8.5 x 11.5 inches. Index. Condition: Very Good+ clothbound hardcove with a light bump to two tips and moderate bump to the edge of the top boards which has resulted in a short tear, not affecting the text block; no dj, as issued. Books ship the next business day, wrapped in padding, in a box.