193 - Ernemann | Ermanox Twin Sports Camera 'F. Schröter, Leipzig'

Ernemann | Ermanox Twin Sports Camera 'F. Schröter, Leipzig' Estimate: €4,000–5,000 Year: c. 1925 Condition: C English: An extraordinary and unique twin-camera assembly consisting of two Ermanox cameras mounted together and mechanically coupled for simultaneous exposure. One camera is fitted with an Ernostar 1:1.8 f=8.5 cm, no. 167685, and the second with an Ernostar 1:2 f=10 cm, no. 151057. The differing focal lengths indicate that the apparatus was designed to capture the same moment simultaneously with two different fields of view, most likely for sports or press photography. The shutters and focusing mechanisms are linked by an external mechanical coupling for synchronized release and focusing. According to the documentation of the Deutsches Fotomuseum in Markkleeberg, this special construction was carried out by F. Schröter of Leipzig. The heavy patina indicates that this unique camera was used professionally for many years. See “Historische Kameras der DDR” by Langner & Kleffe, 1989. Provenance: Deutsches Fotomuseum, Markkleeberg. German: An extraordinary and unique design consisting of two Ermanox cameras mounted one below the other, which are mechanically coupled for simultaneous exposures. One camera is equipped with an Ernostar 1:1.8 f=8.5 cm No. 167685, the second with an Ernostar 1:2 f=10 cm No. 151057. The different focal lengths indicate that the device was intended to capture the same moment simultaneously from two different angles, presumably for sports or press photography. The shutters and focusing mechanisms are linked by an external mechanism for synchronized triggering and adjustment. According to documentation from the German Museum of Photography in Markkleeberg, this special design was manufactured by F. Schröter in Leipzig. The pronounced patina attests to years of professional use. Bibliography: Langner & Kleffe, “Historische Kameras der DDR,” 1989. Provenance: German Museum of Photography, Markkleeberg.