Wooden Bellows camera + Anastigmat Luminor 180mm F63

This is a beautiful antique wooden bellows camera with an Anastigmat Luminor lens, circa 1850-1900. The camera is likely French in origin and is crafted in walnut wood and brass. It features a hand-polished glass focusing screen. This particular example is in great condition and comes with the original wooden bellows which are still remarkably supple. The camera's stand mechanism, tilt and sliding front panel, and brass lens complete with a circular fixing plate are still in good working order. The lens markings read "Manufacture Francaise des Armes & Cycles de Saint Etienne Loire – Anastigmat Luminor - 1: 6,3 ( 6,3 -8-11-16-22-32-44 ) – F. 180 – 49837". The camera is in good condition, with no signs of mildew and still comes with fluid for the smooth slide of the sliding dividing floor. The maximum focal length is 46 cm and the camera measures 24.5 x 17.5 x 8.00 cm when closed, weighing 2 kg. This camera is sure to be a prized item for any collector or photographer.