Contessa Sonnet Tropen (Tropical) (4.5x6, Vest Pocket)

{"overview":"The Contessa Sonnet Tropen is a tropical-finish folding plate camera from the early 20th century, taking 4.5x6 cm exposures in a vest pocket format. Tropical folders of this era are condition-sensitive at saleroom level, and value depends heavily on bellows integrity, wood condition, and completeness of the original lens and shutter.","buying_guide":"Inspect the leather bellows for pinholes and corner splits, check the wood body for cracks or veneer lifting, and confirm the shutter fires at all marked speeds.

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