{"product_id":"appareil-photo-vintage-kodak-brownie-flash-ancien-france-retro-argentique","title":"Vintage Kodak Brownie Flash camera old France retro film","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Kodak camera visible in the photo, it is an original French Brownie Flash model. The front has a characteristic cubic shape, with rounded edges and a glossy black finish. The front panel features two circular openings: the larger one, at the bottom, corresponds to the lens, surrounded by a light gray metal plate showing visible signs of wear (light stains, old patina). Above, a second, smaller circle probably serves as an optical viewfinder. On the right of the camera (front view), a light gray notched wheel is clearly visible, typical of film cameras from the 1950s-1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the bottom of the front face, a metal nameplate bears the legible inscription \"BROWNIE FLASH CAMERA Kodak MADE IN FRANCE,\" confirming both the brand and the origin of manufacture. The red Kodak logo is clearly identifiable, adding a touch of authenticity sought after in vintage devices. The ensemble gives the camera a retro style, marked by simple and functional lines, typical of the second half of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe casing has a smooth surface, with a shine that reveals some traces of wear related to age, particularly on the metal parts and around the lens. The contrast between the patinated metal front and the glossy black body accentuates the vintage aspect of the object. No accessories or movable elements are visible on the front face, apart from the side wheel. The camera is photographed placed on a wooden surface, bathed in warm light, which highlights the texture and patina of the object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe clean design, without superfluous decoration, highlights the functionality and robustness of the model. This type of camera corresponds to the category of family-use film cameras, very common in the 1950s-60s. The observable details — wheel, lens, viewfinder, nameplate — are characteristic of the Brownie range, renowned for its ease of use and solidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"MADE IN FRANCE\" inscription on the front plate indicates local production, which was common for certain Kodak models intended for the European market. The general aesthetic, shape, and signage allow this camera to be attributed to the \"vintage\" period in the strict sense, i.e., manufacturing prior to the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Presence of wear marks, visible patina on the metal parts and case surface, in accordance with its age. See photos for precise visual details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Kodak Brownie is an iconic camera launched in 1900, which revolutionized amateur photography with its accessibility and simplicity. Models produced in France, like this Brownie Flash, allowed many European households to discover film photography as early as the 1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping assured by a professional seller specialized in antique and vintage items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: old camera, vintage camera, Kodak Brownie, Brownie Flash, made in France, film photography, retro camera, vintage camera, film camera, vintage decoration, decorative camera, old camera\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54246446399815,"sku":"6bf33ebf-c840-49a9-a681-1e5c30629fa7-PA4.00","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_ad26cb66-245c-440b-907b-97beeeff433a.jpg?v=1782658150","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/appareil-photo-vintage-kodak-brownie-flash-ancien-france-retro-argentique","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}