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This authentic Franka Solida Jr. folding camera is a testament to the post-war German craftsmanship of Franka-Werk, Bayreuth. Dating back …
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This authentic Franka Solida Jr. folding camera is a testament to the post-war German craftsmanship of Franka-Werk, Bayreuth. Dating back to the early 1950s, this medium format "folder" was designed to capture high-quality images on 120 film, making it a beloved piece of photographic history. The camera features a striking collapsible black leatherette bellows, an iconic Frankar Anastigmat 75mm f/6.3 lens, and the signature "Franka" script embossed on its leather-clad body.
While this piece exhibits a heavy, genuine patina on its silver-toned metal top plate—offering a rugged, "lived-in" aesthetic that collectors often prize—its mechanical silhouette remains sharp and architectural. Whether displayed as a nostalgic accent piece on a mahogany bookshelf or added to a curated gallery of vintage optics, this Solida Jr. serves as both a sculptural work of art and a conversation-starting relic of the analog era.
It is in great vintage condition(marks, wear and patina consistent with its age and history).
Dimensions (approximately):
5.25" L x 3.75" H x 4.25" D
1.3 lbs
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- Dimensions
- 5.25ʺW × 4.25ʺD × 3.75ʺH
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Glass
- Metal
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- It is in great vintage condition(marks, wear and patina consistent with its age and history). It is in great vintage condition(marks, wear and patina consistent with its age and history). less
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