Kinegraphe camera, 19th century
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Kinegraphe camera, 19th century
Kinegraphe camera. Photographer operating a Kinegraphe, an early French camera, the design of which first appeared in the late 1880s. It had a lens in a brass barrel at the front, and the photographer looked through a viewfinder on top. The cameras shutter was operated with the switch by the left hand, and the photographic plates were inserted at the back of the camera (plate holder seen below the camera). The Kinegraphe was sold by E. Francais, based in Paris. Artwork from the seventh volume (first period of 1891) of the French popular science weekly La Science Illustree
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1891 7th Volume Annual Volume Camera Device France French La Science Illustree Lens Louis Figuier Magazine Photographer Photographic Photographing Photography Popular Science Seventh Volume V Iew Viewing Volume 7 Weekly Mono Chrome Viewfinder
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of 19th-century technology - the Kinegraphe camera. Originating in France during the late 1880s, this early camera design revolutionized the world of photography. The photographer operating the Kinegraphe is depicted with intense focus, peering through a viewfinder on top of the brass-barreled lens. The intricate details of this historical device are beautifully captured in monochrome, highlighting its elegant craftsmanship. To operate the shutter, a switch can be seen positioned conveniently by the photographer's left hand. Behind him, a plate holder awaits photographic plates to be inserted for capturing stunning images. Manufactured and sold by E. Francais based in Paris, this particular model gained popularity across Europe as an essential tool for photographers seeking technological advancements in their craft. This artwork was featured in La Science Illustree, a renowned French popular science weekly publication that showcased cutting-edge inventions and discoveries. Transporting us back to 1891 when it first appeared within these pages, this photograph offers us a glimpse into history - both human and technological. It reminds us of how far we have come since then while appreciating the ingenuity and artistry that laid the foundation for modern-day photography equipment.
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