1918 Ad Horse Polo Sport Photograph Thornton Pickard Camera Focal Plane AMP1

This is an original 1918 color print ad for ariel cameras, standard shutters and enlargers by Thornton Pickard of Altrincham, England. In 1888 the Thornton-Pickard Company was founded by John Edward Thornton and Edgar Pickard of Manchester. They designed and patented the "Time & Instantaneous" shutter in 1892. When Edgar Pickard died Thornton partnered with Charles Rothwell and started the Thornton Film Company. In 1913 Thornton emigrated to the United States where he patented a three color cine film which was manufactured under license by Eastman Kodak.

CONDITION

This 93+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Moderate aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. Some light surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Print Ad; Color
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 7.75 x 10.25 inches; 20 x 26 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: Vintage Advertising, Camera Equipment, Camera Accessories, Equestrian, Equine

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