A late 19th Century French Camera Lucida, with lenses, inscribed 'Chambre Claire Universelle, Brevetee en France et a l'etranger', the lid labelled for Lechertier Barbe Ltd, Jermyn Street. The fitted case 27.5cm wide
                            
                                    Sold for £150
                                                        
                                    
                                    Estimated at £80 - £120
                                                
A late 19th Century French Camera Lucida, with lenses, inscribed 'Chambre Claire Universelle, Brevetee en France et a l'etranger', the lid labelled for Lechertier Barbe Ltd, Jermyn Street. The fitted case 27.5cm wide
Some slight scuffs to the case, generally in very good condition considering age and use
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Auction: Collectors Sale, 13th Dec, 2021