Ross Portable Divided Camera
The Ross Portable Divided Camera is an early British wood-and-brass plate camera, made by the London optical firm Ross. As a divided (folding) field camera, it was intended for outdoor plate photography and dates from the late 19th century era of large-format portable equipment.
Sales data for this model is very thin: a single UK auction hammer result is on record, where one example sold for £75 in November 2023. With only one wholesale saleroom data point, any statement about what a Ross Portable Divided Camera is worth today in 2026 should be treated as indicative rather than definitive, and condition, completeness of the lens and plate holders, and originality of the woodwork will heavily influence the price it sells for.
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
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| Nov 2023 | £75 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica (Lot 258) Title: A Ross Portable Divided Twin Lens Camera
Description:
1891, black, with Ross 5x4 Rapid Symmetrical lens, space for Waterhouse stops, body G, some wear to camera covering, missing mirror from viewfinder (Qty: 1) |
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| Nov 2023 | £212 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica (Lot 257) Title: A Ross Portable Dividing Twin Lens Camera
Description:
1890-1900, quarter plate, black, with Ross Zeiss Anastigmat f/8 167mm lenses, serial nos. 2963/2964, body, G-VG, lenses, VG, some light internal |
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