Kiev 4a with new leatherette | Analogue camera
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Selected by Thorsten Pöllath
Has 40 years of experience in photography and 25 years of collecting expertise, specialising in M42 lens mounts.
Estimate € 210 - € 240
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Description from the seller
Brief description: Exclusive Kiev 4a (1970s) with Zeiss Contax DNA, the subject of a professional artistic restoration in Florence. Edition "Kultura & Iskusstvo" with a customized textured coating that celebrates Soviet arts. Mechanically serviced, functioning, and complete with restoration certificate.
Weight (in kg): approximately 0.750 kg (body with Jupiter-8 lens).
Dimensions (in cm): approximately 15 x 8 x 5.5.
Material: Aluminum and steel alloy body; high-strength synthetic textured coating; glass and metal optics.
Color: Chrome/Satin Silver with multicolor artistic finish (graphic motifs on ivory/cream background).
Shipping method: International insured and tracked shipping with premium express courier (UPS/DHL/FedEx); professional "double-boxing" packing specific for antique items.
Description
Kiev 4a Edition "Kultura & Iskusstvo" – Florentine Art Restoration
A unique piece that fuses Soviet engineering with Zeiss Contax DNA and fine Italian craftsmanship.
This is not a simple vintage camera, but a bespoke artistic restoration piece. Inspired by the cultural ferment of the Soviet "thaw," this Kiev 4a from the 1970s has been reinterpreted as a tribute to the arts (ballet, music, cinema, and literature) through the philosophy of the "Analog Matter".
Main Features & Design
Exclusive Design: The "Kultura & Iskusstvo" motif was designed to fit perfectly with the range of the rangefinder lines, ensuring visual continuity and legibility of the pattern.
The "Florence Method": Restoration performed by a professional with 20 years of experience in antiques and Fine Arts in Florence.
Innovative Materials: New textured leatherite with a sophisticated matte finish, developed to offer superior grip compared to the original and excellent durability.
Precision Craftsmanship: Each insert is hand-cut and applied with millimetric precision after a surgical cleaning of the body.
Mechanical and Optical Conditions
Serviced and Operational: The camera is a ready-to-use photographic instrument. Smooth shutter and precise wide-base viewfinder.
Optics: Clean and sharp lens, ideal for capturing that vintage 35mm film glow.
Professional Feel: Shutter speeds and focus knurling controlled to ensure a smooth user experience.
Why choose this lot?
This Kiev 4a represents the perfect bridge between Eastern mechanical robustness and the aesthetic sensibility of Made in Italy. It is a "functional sculpture" for those who want a unique object that stands out even before taking a shot.
Included in the lot: Restoration Certificate and Condition Report signed by the Florence studio, certifying the cosmetic and mechanical work performed.
Shipping and Guarantees
Professional Packaging: Shockproof box (antique-standard).
Tracked Shipping: Rapid dispatch via premium couriers (UPS/DHL/FedEx).
Security: Invisible internal security marks applied to prevent tampering.
Brief description: Exclusive Kiev 4a (1970s) with Zeiss Contax DNA, the subject of a professional artistic restoration in Florence. Edition "Kultura & Iskusstvo" with a customized textured coating that celebrates Soviet arts. Mechanically serviced, functioning, and complete with restoration certificate.
Weight (in kg): approximately 0.750 kg (body with Jupiter-8 lens).
Dimensions (in cm): approximately 15 x 8 x 5.5.
Material: Aluminum and steel alloy body; high-strength synthetic textured coating; glass and metal optics.
Color: Chrome/Satin Silver with multicolor artistic finish (graphic motifs on ivory/cream background).
Shipping method: International insured and tracked shipping with premium express courier (UPS/DHL/FedEx); professional "double-boxing" packing specific for antique items.
Description
Kiev 4a Edition "Kultura & Iskusstvo" – Florentine Art Restoration
A unique piece that fuses Soviet engineering with Zeiss Contax DNA and fine Italian craftsmanship.
This is not a simple vintage camera, but a bespoke artistic restoration piece. Inspired by the cultural ferment of the Soviet "thaw," this Kiev 4a from the 1970s has been reinterpreted as a tribute to the arts (ballet, music, cinema, and literature) through the philosophy of the "Analog Matter".
Main Features & Design
Exclusive Design: The "Kultura & Iskusstvo" motif was designed to fit perfectly with the range of the rangefinder lines, ensuring visual continuity and legibility of the pattern.
The "Florence Method": Restoration performed by a professional with 20 years of experience in antiques and Fine Arts in Florence.
Innovative Materials: New textured leatherite with a sophisticated matte finish, developed to offer superior grip compared to the original and excellent durability.
Precision Craftsmanship: Each insert is hand-cut and applied with millimetric precision after a surgical cleaning of the body.
Mechanical and Optical Conditions
Serviced and Operational: The camera is a ready-to-use photographic instrument. Smooth shutter and precise wide-base viewfinder.
Optics: Clean and sharp lens, ideal for capturing that vintage 35mm film glow.
Professional Feel: Shutter speeds and focus knurling controlled to ensure a smooth user experience.
Why choose this lot?
This Kiev 4a represents the perfect bridge between Eastern mechanical robustness and the aesthetic sensibility of Made in Italy. It is a "functional sculpture" for those who want a unique object that stands out even before taking a shot.
Included in the lot: Restoration Certificate and Condition Report signed by the Florence studio, certifying the cosmetic and mechanical work performed.
Shipping and Guarantees
Professional Packaging: Shockproof box (antique-standard).
Tracked Shipping: Rapid dispatch via premium couriers (UPS/DHL/FedEx).
Security: Invisible internal security marks applied to prevent tampering.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Kiev
Model/type nr
4a with new leatherette |
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Film type
35mm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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