Lestrade Lestrade Stereo viewer
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Lestrade stereo viewer from France, in good condition and tested and working, dating to the 1960s–1970s, with the original box and Lourdes stereo slides.
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Lestrade stereoscope viewer – France – with original box and Lourdes stereo slides – 1960s
Description
Vintage Lestrade stereoscope viewer made in France, dating from approximately the 1960s–1970s.
This classic optical viewer was designed to display stereo photographs, creating a three-dimensional effect when viewed through the two lenses. The device works similarly to the well-known View-Master system and was often sold with tourist slide series.
This lot includes:
• Lestrade stereoscope viewer
• Original cardboard box
• Several stereo slide cards from the Lourdes series
The slides depict locations and scenes from Lourdes (France), a well-known pilgrimage destination.
The viewer is made of light blue plastic and remains in good vintage condition with normal signs of age. The original box shows some wear and small tears consistent with age and storage.
A charming example of mid-20th century optical viewing technology and an interesting collectible for enthusiasts of vintage photography, optical devices, or travel souvenirs.
Condition
Good vintage condition.
Viewer intact and functional.
Box shows age-related wear.
Origin
France
Period
1960–1970
Material
Plastic
Lestrade stereoscope viewer – France – with original box and Lourdes stereo slides – 1960s
Description
Vintage Lestrade stereoscope viewer made in France, dating from approximately the 1960s–1970s.
This classic optical viewer was designed to display stereo photographs, creating a three-dimensional effect when viewed through the two lenses. The device works similarly to the well-known View-Master system and was often sold with tourist slide series.
This lot includes:
• Lestrade stereoscope viewer
• Original cardboard box
• Several stereo slide cards from the Lourdes series
The slides depict locations and scenes from Lourdes (France), a well-known pilgrimage destination.
The viewer is made of light blue plastic and remains in good vintage condition with normal signs of age. The original box shows some wear and small tears consistent with age and storage.
A charming example of mid-20th century optical viewing technology and an interesting collectible for enthusiasts of vintage photography, optical devices, or travel souvenirs.
Condition
Good vintage condition.
Viewer intact and functional.
Box shows age-related wear.
Origin
France
Period
1960–1970
Material
Plastic
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Lestrade
Model/type nr
Lestrade
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Estimated period
1950-1960, 1960-1970
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