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For Sale Antique Safelight From the 1800's or early 1900's

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Here's a piece of photographic history. This is a very old safelight made by the Vive Camera Company, Chicago, Il (see links below).

http://www.historiccamera.com/cgi-bin/librarium/pm.cgi?action=display&login=vivecamco

http://www.historiccamera.com/cgi-bin/librarium/pm.cgi?action=display&login=vivecamco

The company appears to have gone out of business in 1908, so this must be at least 106 years old. It operates by a candle. Very interesting piece of history, and while quite dirty, looks fully functional to my eyes. $18, including shipping to anywhere in the US. US sale only please. Candle not included :]