C.P Stirn Concealed Vest Camera

Model 1 for use with 5'' diameter glass plates for 6 exposures (4cm diameter). Engraving on the back reads „PAT`D JULY 27.1886“ and „25497“. Shiny chrome finish. With very rare wooden transportation box with middle part opening for tripod mounted exposures, square shaped carrying handle. Including one epxosed glass plate inside and a contact print. Provenance: Christie's, London South Kensington, December 9th 1991, Lot 189.