Leather case for a Super Ikonta Camera by Zeiss Ikon
Zeiss Ikon
Category
Photographic technology
Date
1954 - 1958
Materials
Leather, Plush, Metal
Measurements
124 x 150 x 53 mm
Place of origin
Stuttgart
Collection
Fox Talbot Museum, Wiltshire
NT 1525624.2
Summary
Leather case for a Super Ikonta Camera by Zeiss Ikon. The whole is of firm leather construction and lined with red, plush fabric. Based on a leather cradle which encloses three sides of the camera it attaches to the camera by means of a knurled bolt which secures to the tripod socket. The rest of the case which comprises three main parts is rivetted to the base so that in use it drops down below the camera. The first piece covers the front of the camera. This piece has been tooled on the front “ Zeiss Ikon”. The next piece covers the top of the camera and is the most robustly stiffened area of the case. Where it joins to the other two pieces it is again reinforced with chromed strip. Finally there is a piece of leather which connects to a pop fastener on the back of the case resulting in a secure and rugged case. It is fitted with mounts for a neckstrap and the adjustable belt style strap is attached.
Provenance
Donated to The Fox Talbot Museum by S. Pinkstone.
Makers and roles
Zeiss Ikon, manufacturer