Altix Altix Tempor Analogue camera

Brief description: 35mm Analogue Camera Altix (produced in Dresden, East Germany) equipped with a Tempor shutter and the legendary Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 lens. This is a unique functional art piece (One-of-a-Kind), characterized by an authorial aesthetic restoration with an exclusive pattern inspired by the “Industrial Constructivism” of the 1950s/60s, executed applying the Florentine Method by an art restorer with twenty years of experience.

Weight (in kg): About 0.65 kg (the bare body with the Tessar lens in aluminum mount weighs around 550–600 grams; the final estimated weight includes the caps and the new tactile surface).

Dimensions (cm): About 12.5 cm (width) x 8.0 cm (height) x 7.5 cm (maximum depth, including the lens protrusion).

Material: Metal alloy chassis with chrome finishes and glass optical parts. The original external covering (leatherette) has been replaced with a high-performance tactile material, tested to be waterproof, resistant to tears, abrasions, cuts, water, and oily substances.

Color (if applicable): Silver chrome metallic finishes. The decorative graphic pattern features an aged color palette based on mustard yellow, ochre, industrial gray, black, and cream white.

Shipping method: Global tracked shipping via premium express couriers (UPS, DHL, FedEx or Poste Italiane/SDA). The lot is shipped with a packaging system and multiple layers of shock-absorbing materials to preserve mechanical calibration and optics.

One-of-a-Kind (OOAK) Altix Tempor "Industrial Constructivism" – Author Craft Restoration (Tessar 50/2.8)

Description:
A Dresden Precision Masterpiece: The “Altissa” Aesthetics Reimagined
Secure a unique piece of photographic history. This is an artistic, tailor-made reinterpretation of the famous Altix (Tempor shutter model), a camera that embodies postwar German sturdiness, now redesigned through the lens of mid-century design.

The Vision and Design: "Industrial Constructivism"
This aesthetic restoration draws inspiration from the cultural and graphic phenomena of East Germany in the 1950s and 1960s. The pattern celebrates the era of industrial reconstruction, where gears, geometries, and factory architectures dialogued with the surgical precision of German machinery. After evaluating and discarding several graphic solutions (including plastic-coated prints that did not offer the necessary aesthetic and functional appeal), I selected and milled this specific pattern to the millimeter. The design was studied to maintain optimal visibility and total visual coherence, despite the complex fragmentation of the panels on the camera front.

The Florentine Craftsmanship
Restored by a professional with 20 years of experience in high-end antiques and art furniture in Florence, this camera is the manifesto of a new heritage revamping concept.

Total Preparation: Complete removal of the old degraded original leatherette, deep cleaning and decontamination of the chromed chassis to guarantee an impeccable adhesive base.

Material Innovation: In place of standard leather or commercial vinyl, I used a high-performance material. This backing guarantees a sophisticated matte finish and a tactile grip distinctly superior to industrial synthetic finishes.

Calibration Precision: Applying a customized pattern around the complex front linkages of the Altix requires the utmost millimeter precision. Each piece was cut and applied by hand with the meticulous care afforded to a work of art.

Mechanical and Optical Conditions

Headed and Functioning: The camera is designed to remain a fully operational photographic instrument.

Legendary Lens: The Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 — the famous "Eagle of Jena" known for its sharpness and period-accurate contrast — is cleaned, free of fungus or significant ghosting.

Mechanical: The Tempor shutter timings respond correctly, the advance system and selectors are smooth. Ready to accommodate your next 35mm film roll.

Why choose this Altix?
The Altix is a classic of analog photography, but this Materia Analogica edition transforms it into a sculptural icon. It is the perfect bridge between German mechanical reliability and the artistic restoration experience of Florentine craftsmanship.

Recent photos of the lot show tests of elasticity, tear resistance, abrasion, cuts, and the durability of the waterproof protective treatment against water and oily substances.

Choosing one or more pieces from this collection (composed of 20 customized historic cameras) is a pure cultural-value choice. Also take a look at my other ongoing lots.

"Each camera includes a signed Condition Report and a Restoration Certificate from my Florence studio, attesting to the aesthetic work and the mechanical verification performed."

Shipping and Handling Information
Professional Packaging Guaranteed: As a specialist in restoring fine antique pieces, I fully understand the fragility of vintage mechanical tools.

Maximum Security: The camera will be shipped with a "double-boxed" system and protected by multiple layers of shock-absorbing materials (bubble wrap and eco-fillers) to preserve the mechanical calibration during international transport.

Optical Protection: The lens and viewfinder will be protected specifically to avoid micro-scratches during handling.

Global Tracked Shipping:

Courier: Worldwide shipping via premium couriers (UPS, DHL, FedEx or Poste Italiane / SDA) to ensure speed and reliability.

Real-time Tracking: The tracking code will be provided immediately after shipment.

Shipping Times: The item is generally entrusted to the courier within 1–3 business days from payment confirmation.

International Buyers (Extra-EU) – Note:

Customs and Duties: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. Please check with your country’s customs office to determine the amount of these costs prior to bidding.

Declared Value: If a declaration of value is requested, we will strictly confirm the winning bid price. We do not use mislabeling such as "display item" or "gift".

Return and Safety Policy:

Security Markings: To protect the lot from fraudulent attempts to swap internal components, the camera has been internally marked with invisible security ink and all serial numbers have been recorded.

Return Conditions: Returns are accepted only if the item is re-shipped in exactly the same aesthetic, material, and mechanical condition in which it was received.

Tampering: Any attempt to disassemble, alter the internal mechanics, or damage the customized external finish will immediately void the possibility of return. Any return will be inspected in a laboratory before processing the refund.