Le Perpétuel" - Obturateur Système - G

Rare Wooden & Brass Field / Travel Camera with G. Mattioli "Le Perpétuel" Shutter – Circa 1890 Description: Splendid and exceptional example of a folding field/travel camera (Reisekamera) dating back to the late 19th century (circa 1885–1895). The body is crafted from finely finished premium wood, enriched with robust polished brass hardware, brackets, and a rack-and-pinion focusing mechanism. The true highlight of this collector's lot is the historic and rare shutter system mounted on the lens. The metal front plate clearly displays the original engraved stamps: * "Le Perpétuel" - Obturateur Système - G. Mattioli - Breveté S.G.D.G. * Serial Number: 2181 This specific French mechanism from the era was originally operated via a pneumatic rubber bulb trigger and represents a significant piece of engineering in European photographic history.

Stima:€200

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