A Contact Printing Frame
Category
Photographic technology
Date
Unknown
Materials
Wood, Glass, Brass
Measurements
150 x 125 x 25 mm
Collection
Fox Talbot Museum, Wiltshire
NT 1525832
Summary
A Contact Printing Frame. The frame is wooden and the backing panel has a hinged section for ease of positioning. This panel has fabric cushioning and is held in place by two brass spring loaded bars across the back face. The clear glass panel has an opening of 10x8cm. When positioned, the hinge of the backpanel locates in a groove of the frame. The year of manufacture is unknown - this type of frame was in use for many years.