Chr.Fr.Winter Universal Rapid Aplanat BRASS LENS

Chr. Fr. Winter Universal Rapid Aplanat – Brass Lens – ca. 1890 – Built-In Aperture – Clean Optics – Rare Historic Lens

This original Chr. Fr. Winter Universal Rapid Aplanat brass lens, manufactured around 1890, is a fine and rare example of 19th-century German craftsmanship. The Rapid Aplanat design was valued for its sharp, low-distortion rendering and generous image circle, making it suitable for portraits, architecture, and general large format work. This example remains well preserved with natural patina and age-appropriate handling marks.

Key Features:

• Chr. Fr. Winter Universal Rapid Aplanat, ca. 1890, classic German brass lens
• Aplanat optical design for sharp, distortion-controlled imaging
• Suitable for large format, wet plate, tintype, or creative historical use
• Built-in iris diaphragm with maximum aperture of f/8

Condition:

• Exterior: Good antique condition; honest wear and attractive patina; no dents or structural damage
• Optics: Very clean glass; light cleaning marks and minimal internal dust; no haze, fungus, or separation
• Functionality: Iris diaphragm operational but slightly stiff and producing a faint squeak; functional but unrestored, consistent with a lens of this age

Scope of Delivery:

Scope of delivery as shown in the pictures.

Conclusion:

A rare and elegant Chr. Fr. Winter Universal Rapid Aplanat from circa 1890, featuring clean optics and a working built-in aperture. A valuable piece for collectors of antique optics or photographers exploring historical processes—an authentic and functional example of late 19th-century German lens manufacturing.