Carl Zeiss, E. Krauss Stereo camera Verascope Lens adapter

Antique Jules Richard Vérascope stereoscopic camera made in France circa 1910, with its original protective case from the period. The camera is metal and remains in good condition, showing the patina acquired over the years and with a handsome vintage look and undeniable charm. It comes with the original black leather case, complete and in surprisingly good condition. The camera preserves the original objectives and viewfinder; these features transform the camera into a collectible object, intended to be used as a display piece. At the back of the camera, we can see a mark bearing the name of the camera and the manufacturer: VERASCOPE RF (Richard Frérés). Complete and original from the era, this Jules Richard Vérascope stereoscopic camera will stand out in a good collection of antique photographic equipment. History of Jules Richard Jules Richard was born in 1848. He was a famous French engineer and inventor, known as one of the fathers of photography. His father Félix invented the first metal barometer in Paris and started a family business. After his death in 1876, the business was nearly bankrupt, but Jules took over and in 1880 he invented a recording barometer that became very popular. In the following years, the company expanded production and achieved remarkable success. Along the way, Richard took a strong interest in stereoscopic photography and designed very popular cameras such as the Verascope.