A Paterson Illuminated Pocket Viewer
Paterson
Category
Photographic technology
Date
1950 - 1959
Materials
Plastic, Glass, Brass
Measurements
70 x 120 x 38 mm
Place of origin
London
Collection
Fox Talbot Museum, Wiltshire
NT 1525638.1
Summary
A Paterson Illuminated Pocket Viewer. The unit is a maroon plastic hinged box. When opened a lens springs out through which any 2x2 transparency can be viewd. The image is placed on a white translucent panel which is illuminated from below by a battery driven bulb. To the left of the viewing panel is the battery chamber with the on/off button on the cover. A brass stay holds the lid open during use. Both inside and out is 'Paterson' in gold.
Makers and roles
Paterson , manufacturer