Ihagee Exa Varex Type 4 + Domiplan 2,8/50mm | Analogue camera

Brief description: A 35mm SLR Ihagee Exa (Type 4) vintage DDR camera, subjected to a professional artistic restoration in Florence with a design inspired by Socialist Modernism and Bauhaus. It is a unique bespoke piece, tested and perfectly functioning.

Weight (in kg): The original text does not specify an exact weight, but the standard weight of an Ihagee Exa with a Domiplan lens is about 0.75 kg.

Dimensions (in cm): The text does not indicate measurements, but the standard body dimensions are approximately 13 x 9 x 8 cm.

Material: Original metal chassis (aluminum/steel), optical glass lenses, and external textured hi-grade material coating (substitute for the original leather).

Color: Vibrant and rhythmic multicolor graphic pattern inspired by Bauhaus, with a matte finish.

Shipping method: Global tracked shipping via premium couriers (UPS/DHL/FedEx) with professional protection system (double packing).

A Masterpiece of Dresden Modernism: The Exclusive Exa "Art Edition"
Secure a unique piece of photography history. Not just a camera, but a work of art born from bespoke artistic restoration based on the Ihagee Exa (Type 4), the smaller sister of the legendary Exakta. This exemplar embodies the precision of early-1950s DDR, reinterpreted through contemporary graphic design and the excellence of Florentine restoration.

Vision and Design: "Socialist Modernism"
The restoration concept draws inspiration from the bold postwar geometries of Europe. The design celebrates the visual language of the 1950s: an era of reconstruction and avant-garde.

The Pattern: After numerous graphic studies, a vibrant and rhythmic motif was chosen that echoes the Bauhaus heritage between "form and color".

Visual Balance: Despite the Exa body’s complex structure, the pattern has been meticulously aligned to maintain total visual continuity between the front and back plates, turning a mechanical instrument into a sculptural icon.

Masterful Craftsmanship: The "Florence Method"
Restored by a professional with 20 years of experience in the luxury antiques sector in Florence, this camera stands as a testament to heritage revamping.

Total Preparation: Complete removal of the old original leather. The chassis was chemically cleaned and prepared to ensure permanent and impeccable adhesion.

Material Innovation: Surpassing cheap paper or vinyl, a high-grade textured material was used. Selected for its superior grip, matte finish, and extremely high wear resistance.

Surgical Precision: Every curve and screw hole was hand-cut with the precision typical of Italian art restoration standards.

Mechanical and Optical Conditions
Tested and Working: This is not just a showpiece, but a photographic instrument ready for use.

Lens: Equipped with a Meyer-Optik Görlitz Domiplan 50mm f/2.8. Clean lenses, snappy diaphragm; delivers the vintage “character” coveted by film purists.

Shutter: The iconic mirror-shutter mechanism of the Exa operates correctly at all speeds.

Viewfinder: The classic waist-level finder is bright and perfectly functional.

Shipping and Security
Professional Packaging: As specialists in antiques, we understand the fragility of mechanical tools. The camera will be shipped with a “double-boxing” system and hi-tech cushioning materials.

Global Tracked Shipping: Worldwide shipment via premium couriers (UPS/DHL/FedEx) with immediate tracking code.

Certificate of Authenticity: Includes a Restoration Certificate signed by my Florence studio, certifying the aesthetic and mechanical work performed.

Note for collectors: To protect the integrity of this artisanal piece, the camera has been internally marked and serial numbers have been registered.

Don’t miss the chance to own a unique piece where German engineering meets Italian art."