Richard, Jules "Le Glyphoscope" Stereoscopic Viewer & Stereo camera

“Le Glyphoscope” – an antique stereoscopic photographic device – circa 1905-1925 Jules Richard Paris – Description Rare antique stereoscopic camera “Le Glyphoscope” manufactured by Jules Richard in Paris at the beginning of the 20th century. The Glyphoscope is an emblematic device of French stereoscopic photography. Designed both as a taking device and a viewer, it allowed the creation and observation of 3D images according to the stereoscopic process, very fashionable during the Belle Époque and the interwar period. The offered model presents a beautiful original patina and retains its essential features: • dual frontal lenses; • upper viewfinder; • black metal construction; • mechanical controls present; • original markings visible. The device is sold in its discovered condition, untested with plates. The mechanisms appear visually complete but no guarantee of operation is given due to the object's age. A beautiful collector’s item for enthusiasts of early photography, stereoscopic devices, or Jules Richard equipment. Condition Old condition with normal signs of wear and storage: • surface wear; • occasional oxidations; • dust and patina consistent with age; • avoid aggressive cleaning to preserve authenticity. Please carefully study the photographs, which are an integral part of the description. History The Jules Richard house, founded in Paris at the end of the 19th century, is famous for its stereoscopic devices “Vérascope” and “Glyphoscope,” today sought after by collectors of antique photography and optics. The Glyphoscope is one of the most representative French devices of the democratization of relief photography at the beginning of the 20th century.

Estimate:£125.63

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