A leather ever-ready case for Leica 1A
Leitz
Category
Photographic technology
Date
1926 - 1930
Materials
Leather, Metal, Fabric
Measurements
80 x 145 x 70 mm
Place of origin
Wetzlar
Collection
Fox Talbot Museum, Wiltshire
NT 1525508.2
Summary
A leather ever-ready case for Leica 1A. The case is dark brown with light stitching. The lining is maroon fabric. The front of the case is inscribed 'Leica'. Yhe camera is secured in the case by a chrome screw to the right hand side.whcich also has a tripod mounting. The case is held closed with a single stud fastener and the rear panel has a small note comparment. There is a neck strap and the back of the case is marked 'E.Leitz Wetzlar Germany'.
Provenance
Donated on 18/08/2011 to the Fox Talbot Museum by E. Goddard.
Makers and roles
Leitz , manufacturer