Alfred C. Kemper The Kombi 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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Alfred C. Kemper The Kombi miniature camera, produced in the United States around 1850–1900, is in very good physical condition and tested and working.
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Up for auction—a monumental, extraordinary, and precious miniature camera from the late 19th century: the famous The Kombi, produced in the United States by Alfred C. Kemper of Chicago starting in 1892 (based on a patent by William V. Esmond).
The lot is presented in excellent overall vintage condition and displays a splendid and intact patina of time over a century old, with a manually operated mechanical action that has been tested and declared functional.
Mechanics: The lot appears mechanically functional. The ingenious and primitive guillotine-type shutter, positioned on the top of the front, and operated by the corresponding curved brass lever, fires reliably when actuated manually.
Aesthetics: Excellent general vintage condition, as clearly documented by the photographs. The cubic-box case, entirely made of sturdy brass with its original dark-bronze finish, retains its excellent geometric solidity without deformations or structural dents. The surfaces display the classic and fascinating signs of time, very light superficial scratches, and a magnificent antique patina accumulated over its more than 130 years of history.
International tracked shipping, fully insured, and professional ultra-protective packaging to ensure maximum safety during transport.
Seller's Story
With 50 years of experience in the world of photography, we offer objects related to this field from a 360-degree perspective.
Translated by Google TranslateUp for auction—a monumental, extraordinary, and precious miniature camera from the late 19th century: the famous The Kombi, produced in the United States by Alfred C. Kemper of Chicago starting in 1892 (based on a patent by William V. Esmond).
The lot is presented in excellent overall vintage condition and displays a splendid and intact patina of time over a century old, with a manually operated mechanical action that has been tested and declared functional.
Mechanics: The lot appears mechanically functional. The ingenious and primitive guillotine-type shutter, positioned on the top of the front, and operated by the corresponding curved brass lever, fires reliably when actuated manually.
Aesthetics: Excellent general vintage condition, as clearly documented by the photographs. The cubic-box case, entirely made of sturdy brass with its original dark-bronze finish, retains its excellent geometric solidity without deformations or structural dents. The surfaces display the classic and fascinating signs of time, very light superficial scratches, and a magnificent antique patina accumulated over its more than 130 years of history.
International tracked shipping, fully insured, and professional ultra-protective packaging to ensure maximum safety during transport.
Seller's Story
With 50 years of experience in the world of photography, we offer objects related to this field from a 360-degree perspective.
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Era
1400-1900
Brand
Alfred C. Kemper
Model/type nr
The Kombi
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Estimated period
1850-1900
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