Keystone K-8 - unique Art Edition "Charlie Chaplin Tribute" | Movie camera

Keystone 8mm Model K-8 – Unique Art Edition "Charlie Chaplin Tribute" Title: Keystone 8mm Model K-8 (USA, c. 1930s) – Custom Unique Edition "Charlie Chaplin Tribute" by Florentine Master Restorer Description: A unique piece of artistic craftsmanship and film history. This vintage Keystone 8mm Camera Model K-8 (made in Boston, USA in the 1930s/40s) has been skilfully customized and rebuilt in Florence by a master restorer with over 30 years of experience in restoring artworks and vintage objects. Restoration and Artistic Reinterpretation Intervention: Tribute to Charlie Chaplin: The wider side facade has been clad with a high-resolution graphic reinterpretation printed on a cutting-edge technical material, depicting the famous Charlot (Charlie Chaplin) on a set in the golden age of silent cinema. Advanced Technical Material: The applied coating is tactile, water-repellent, stain-resistant, and resistant to oily/greasy substances from the skin, ensuring long-lasting durability and preserving the aesthetic appearance even during use or daily handling. Attention to detail: the metal body has undergone a light surface cleaning to remove impurities without compromising the patina and historical charm of the object. Technical Features: Brand/Model: Keystone 8mm Camera Model K-8 (Made in Boston, USA) Serial Number: 995607 Lens: Cine Anastigmat 13mm f/2.5 Drive: Mechanical spring-powered (with original rear-foldable winding key) Speed Selector: 12 (Low), 16 (Normal), 48 (Slow Motion) fps Cosmetics: Fair (customization added, as shown in the photo) Mechanical Conditions: The spring winds and the mechanism cocks/runs, maintaining operational integrity. A piece that is both functional and suitable for display/collecting. Not tested with film

Estimate:£159.06

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