Emil Wuensche reiscamera Analogue camera

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Has 40 years of experience in photography and 25 years of collecting expertise, specialising in M42 lens mounts.

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Emil Wuensche reiscamera for 6.5×9 cm film sheets, dating to ca. 1900–1910, in very good physical condition and tested as working.

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Offered: an EXTREMELY rare and authentic camera, manufactured by the German camera maker Emil Wuensche around circa 1900. Pieces by this maker appear only sporadically on the market and are highly sought after by serious collectors of early photography.
This camera is a beautiful example of craftsmanship from the pioneer era of photography, with attention to detail and high-quality materials that are characteristic of that period. The object has strong historical and aesthetic value and makes a striking centerpiece in any collection.

Features:
• Manufacturer: Emil Wuensche A.G., Dresden
• Handmade construction and authentic parts
• Original specimen from circa 1900, equipped with an original Wuensche sticker (as seen in photo 1) on the inside of the camera
• Format: 6.5 × 9 cm film plates
• Shutter: produced by Wuensche himself and therefore unique
• Shutter speeds: indicated as I and II corresponding to B and 1/50
• Viewfinder: provides a clear image
• Bellows: in perfect condition and light-tight
• Complete and authentic

Condition:
In very neat, original condition with normal signs of use commensurate with age. Closing the camera requires slight attention and does not operate smoothly. Not tested for functionality, sold as a collectible object or decorative piece.

Notes:
Emil Wuensche cameras are rarely offered and represent an important piece of photographic history. This specimen, which can also be regarded as a "museum piece," is thus not only a collectible, decorative piece but also an investment in cultural heritage.

Photos are part of the description.

Offered: an EXTREMELY rare and authentic camera, manufactured by the German camera maker Emil Wuensche around circa 1900. Pieces by this maker appear only sporadically on the market and are highly sought after by serious collectors of early photography.
This camera is a beautiful example of craftsmanship from the pioneer era of photography, with attention to detail and high-quality materials that are characteristic of that period. The object has strong historical and aesthetic value and makes a striking centerpiece in any collection.

Features:
• Manufacturer: Emil Wuensche A.G., Dresden
• Handmade construction and authentic parts
• Original specimen from circa 1900, equipped with an original Wuensche sticker (as seen in photo 1) on the inside of the camera
• Format: 6.5 × 9 cm film plates
• Shutter: produced by Wuensche himself and therefore unique
• Shutter speeds: indicated as I and II corresponding to B and 1/50
• Viewfinder: provides a clear image
• Bellows: in perfect condition and light-tight
• Complete and authentic

Condition:
In very neat, original condition with normal signs of use commensurate with age. Closing the camera requires slight attention and does not operate smoothly. Not tested for functionality, sold as a collectible object or decorative piece.

Notes:
Emil Wuensche cameras are rarely offered and represent an important piece of photographic history. This specimen, which can also be regarded as a "museum piece," is thus not only a collectible, decorative piece but also an investment in cultural heritage.

Photos are part of the description.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Emil Wuensche
Model/type nr
reiscamera
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Film type
6.5x9 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
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Objects sold
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