Antique camera lucida. Circa 1930

Amazing French camera lucida in excellent condition, stored in its original wooden case and with a complete lens set. This item comes from France and is dated circa 1930. The device consists on an ingenious drawing system designed to draw objects from nature. It was invented in the early 19th century by William H Wollaston. This particular camera lucida is very well preserved; engraved in the clamp designed to attach it to the table or drawing board we can see the inscription CHAMBRE CLAIRE UNIVERSELLE MODELE DEPOSE. The camera lucida became quite popular during the 19th century and part of the 20th century; even today, some artists still use them. The one that we can see in the images comes with a set of twelve lenses, also original from the time. The different component parts of this item are made of brass and remain in great condition, just like the lenses and the mobile parts. As for the storing case, it is a solid light-colored wooden box with sliding lid. It is finely preserved, perfect to store the camera lucida and its accessories. Every collector of optical or art-related antiques will appreciate the charm and authenticity of this antique camera lucida, original from the early 20th century.