Ermanox no. 1039149
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Ermanox no. 1039149

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Ermanox no. 1039149
Ernemann, Germany; 4½ x 6cm., with an Ernemann Ernostar anastigmat f/2 10cm. lens no. 150618, two single metal slides and film pack adapter, in maker's leather case
Literature
Lothrop (1973), A Century of Cameras, p. 133.
Special notice
VAT rate of 17.5% is payable on hammer price plus buyer’s premium.

Lot Essay

Condition: 4C(ii)
Cosmetic: Normal use and wear.
Mechanical: Working but accuracy of shutter (usually at slow speeds) questionable.
Lenses: Clean and clear, minor handling marks.

Introduced in 1924 the Ermanox possessed the widest aperture lens of any miniature camera made and achieved particular fame through its use by the German photographer Erich Salomon. The wide lens made it particularly suitable for 'candid' photography.

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