Lens van Guy de Coral & Co, Amsterdam / Arnhem Grootformaat houten balgcamera Large format camera
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Lens van Guy de Coral & Co, Amsterdam / Arnhem presents a Grootformaat houten balgcamera in good physical condition and not tested functionally, dating from around 1900.
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Description from the seller
Very complete antique large-format bellows camera ca. 1900 – brass lens – 4 double plate holders
Presented is a beautiful and authentic large-format wooden bellows camera from circa 1895–1905, in strikingly complete and well-preserved condition. This camera is a fine example of early professional photographic craftsmanship and feels heavy and sturdy — characteristic of cameras that at that time were intended for serious photographers.
The camera is fitted with an original brass lens, engraved Guy de Coral & Co, Amsterdam / Arnhem, a historic Dutch supplier of photographic equipment from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
state
The camera is in good, original condition with normal signs of use appropriate for its age.
• Balg is light-tight and flexible
• The lens glass is clear and free of scratches or mold.
• Frosted glass present
• Woodwork in good condition
No visible restorations.
The solid wooden camera cabinet; length 32 cm, width 23 cm, height 10 cm and weighs 2680 grams
The brass lens; length approx. 9 cm, diameter approx. 6 cm and weighs 317 grams
Very complete set
Includes 4 original double plate holders, suitable for a total of 8 glass plates — an accessory that is often missing and makes the set particularly attractive to collectors.
All components look consistent in age and appearance, which suggests that this set has stayed together over the years.
The wooden plate holders in the fabric bag measure about 31 × 21.5 × 8 cm in total and weigh 2,075 grams.
Historical value
Cameras of this size were used around 1900 for portrait, studio, and architectural photography, among other applications. It is not a decorative miniature model, but a serious photographic instrument from the pioneering era of photography.
A beautiful object for collectors, photography enthusiasts, or as a characterful decorative piece.
The camera is carefully packed and insured for shipping.
Very complete antique large-format bellows camera ca. 1900 – brass lens – 4 double plate holders
Presented is a beautiful and authentic large-format wooden bellows camera from circa 1895–1905, in strikingly complete and well-preserved condition. This camera is a fine example of early professional photographic craftsmanship and feels heavy and sturdy — characteristic of cameras that at that time were intended for serious photographers.
The camera is fitted with an original brass lens, engraved Guy de Coral & Co, Amsterdam / Arnhem, a historic Dutch supplier of photographic equipment from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
state
The camera is in good, original condition with normal signs of use appropriate for its age.
• Balg is light-tight and flexible
• The lens glass is clear and free of scratches or mold.
• Frosted glass present
• Woodwork in good condition
No visible restorations.
The solid wooden camera cabinet; length 32 cm, width 23 cm, height 10 cm and weighs 2680 grams
The brass lens; length approx. 9 cm, diameter approx. 6 cm and weighs 317 grams
Very complete set
Includes 4 original double plate holders, suitable for a total of 8 glass plates — an accessory that is often missing and makes the set particularly attractive to collectors.
All components look consistent in age and appearance, which suggests that this set has stayed together over the years.
The wooden plate holders in the fabric bag measure about 31 × 21.5 × 8 cm in total and weigh 2,075 grams.
Historical value
Cameras of this size were used around 1900 for portrait, studio, and architectural photography, among other applications. It is not a decorative miniature model, but a serious photographic instrument from the pioneering era of photography.
A beautiful object for collectors, photography enthusiasts, or as a characterful decorative piece.
The camera is carefully packed and insured for shipping.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Lens van Guy de Coral & Co, Amsterdam / Arnhem
Model/ type nr
Grootformaat houten balgcamera
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Not tested
Estimated Period
around 1900
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