Richard, Jules Glyphoscope Analogue camera

« Le Glyphoscope » – an antique stereoscopic photographic camera – circa 1905-1925 Jules Richard Paris – Description
Rare antique stereoscopic photographic camera « Le Glyphoscope » manufactured by Jules Richard in Paris at the beginning of the 20th century.
The Glyphoscope is an emblematic device of French stereoscopic photography. Designed both as a taking camera and a viewer, it allowed the creation and observation of relief images according to the stereoscopic process, very popular during the Belle Époque and the interwar period.
The offered model presents a beautiful old patina and retains its essential features:
• double frontal objective;
• upper viewfinder;
• black metal construction;
• mechanical controls present;
• original markings visible.
The device is sold in its found condition, untested with plates. The mechanisms appear visually complete but no guarantee of operation is provided given the object’s age.
A fine collectible for enthusiasts of old photography, stereoscopic devices, or Jules Richard equipment.
State
Old condition with normal signs of use and storage:
• surface wear;
• occasional oxidations;
• dust and patina consistent with age;
• absence of aggressive cleaning in order to preserve authenticity.
Please carefully examine the photographs, which are an integral part of the description.
History
The Jules Richard company, founded in Paris at the end of the 19th century, is famous for its stereoscopic devices « Vérascope » and « Glyphoscope », today sought after by collectors of vintage photography and optics.
The Glyphoscope is one of the most representative French devices of the popularization of relief photography in the early 20th century.