Gandolfi Prison Camera

The Gandolfi Prison Camera is a specialist large-format wooden camera produced by the British maker Gandolfi, a London firm long associated with hand-built mahogany and brass field and studio cameras. As its name suggests, it was configured for institutional identification work rather than general photography.

On any wooden Gandolfi, inspect the bellows for pinholes and corner wear, check that the brass fittings and screws are original and uncorroded, and confirm the focusing rack and standards still move smoothly without play. Specialist items like this often surface without their original lens, plate holders or back fittings, so verify what is actually included before committing.

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