Voigtländer Vito II - Surrealisme Analogue camera
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Voigtländer Vito II - Surrealisme, tested and functioning.
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Object Specifications
Exclusive Voigtländer Vito II (35mm) object of artistic restoration bespoke signed by the Materia Analogica studio of Florence. A unique piece that fuses German engineering with Surrealist-inspired decorations.
Weight: About 0.45 kg (standard model).
Dimensions: 12.5 x 7.5 x 4 cm (closed) | 12.5 x 7.5 x 9.5 cm (open).
Material: Metal body with an artistic coating in a high-strength technical material (matte finish, abrasion-resistant and water-repellent).
Color: Multicolor with 1950s graphic pattern.
Shipping Method: Tracked international shipping with a tracked courier. Professional shockproof packaging.
Voigtländer Vito II - "Surrealisme" Custom Edition - Unique Restored Folding Camera
A masterpiece of German precision meets Surrealist culture
This is not just a camera, but a unique piece of photographic history reinterpreted in an artistic key. It is a bespoke restoration of the famous Voigtländer Vito II, an icon of German folding cameras, transformed into a work of art inspired by the painted decorations of artistic movements contemporary to the camera.
Craftsmanship Excellence:
Restored in Florence by the Materia Analogica studio:
Professional Restoration: Over 20 years of experience in the high-end antique sector.
Material Innovation: Use of a specific high-tenacity material with a matte finish, superior to standard vinyl for durability and grip.
Precise Application: Each component is applied by hand to avoid interference with the bellows and the closing mechanism.
Mechanical and Optical Conditions
The camera is a fully functioning photographic instrument:
Lens: Color-Skopar 50mm f/3.5, legendary for sharpness, clean with no fungus or haze.
Mechanics: Shutter functional at all speeds, light-tight bellows and snapping opening mechanism. Speed timings have not been tested with scientific instrumentation, therefore, given the camera's age, they may not be exact as when new.
Quality Tests: The decorated surfaces have been tested for resistance to abrasion, cuts, water and oily substances.
Documentation and Shipping
Certification: Includes a Condition Report and a signed Restoration Certificate, attesting to the aesthetic work performed.
Packaging: Shipping with cushioning materials to guarantee integrity.
Tracked Shipping: Dispatch via couriers within 1-3 working days.
Note for the buyer: Customs duties are the buyer’s responsibility. The camera is equipped with invisible security markings to prevent tampering. The return policy is valid only if the object maintains the same aesthetic and mechanical conditions as at shipment.
A rare opportunity for collectors seeking the perfect blend of German mechanical reliability and Florentine contemporary art.
Object Specifications
Exclusive Voigtländer Vito II (35mm) object of artistic restoration bespoke signed by the Materia Analogica studio of Florence. A unique piece that fuses German engineering with Surrealist-inspired decorations.
Weight: About 0.45 kg (standard model).
Dimensions: 12.5 x 7.5 x 4 cm (closed) | 12.5 x 7.5 x 9.5 cm (open).
Material: Metal body with an artistic coating in a high-strength technical material (matte finish, abrasion-resistant and water-repellent).
Color: Multicolor with 1950s graphic pattern.
Shipping Method: Tracked international shipping with a tracked courier. Professional shockproof packaging.
Voigtländer Vito II - "Surrealisme" Custom Edition - Unique Restored Folding Camera
A masterpiece of German precision meets Surrealist culture
This is not just a camera, but a unique piece of photographic history reinterpreted in an artistic key. It is a bespoke restoration of the famous Voigtländer Vito II, an icon of German folding cameras, transformed into a work of art inspired by the painted decorations of artistic movements contemporary to the camera.
Craftsmanship Excellence:
Restored in Florence by the Materia Analogica studio:
Professional Restoration: Over 20 years of experience in the high-end antique sector.
Material Innovation: Use of a specific high-tenacity material with a matte finish, superior to standard vinyl for durability and grip.
Precise Application: Each component is applied by hand to avoid interference with the bellows and the closing mechanism.
Mechanical and Optical Conditions
The camera is a fully functioning photographic instrument:
Lens: Color-Skopar 50mm f/3.5, legendary for sharpness, clean with no fungus or haze.
Mechanics: Shutter functional at all speeds, light-tight bellows and snapping opening mechanism. Speed timings have not been tested with scientific instrumentation, therefore, given the camera's age, they may not be exact as when new.
Quality Tests: The decorated surfaces have been tested for resistance to abrasion, cuts, water and oily substances.
Documentation and Shipping
Certification: Includes a Condition Report and a signed Restoration Certificate, attesting to the aesthetic work performed.
Packaging: Shipping with cushioning materials to guarantee integrity.
Tracked Shipping: Dispatch via couriers within 1-3 working days.
Note for the buyer: Customs duties are the buyer’s responsibility. The camera is equipped with invisible security markings to prevent tampering. The return policy is valid only if the object maintains the same aesthetic and mechanical conditions as at shipment.
A rare opportunity for collectors seeking the perfect blend of German mechanical reliability and Florentine contemporary art.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Voigtländer
Model/type nr
Vito II - Surrealisme
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Film type
35mm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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