View-Master Stereo-Rama made of bakelite from the 1950s-1960s, accompanied by a disc depicting the wedding of Baudouin and Fabiola, King and Queen of the Belgians, on December 15, 1960.
Description:
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Brand: Sawyer’s Inc. (USA) — but the "Stereorama" series was probably produced or distributed in Europe (some models were assembled in Belgium or West Germany).
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Material: brown marbled bakelite (typical of the 40s-60s)
- Dimensions: width 11.5 cm, height 10 cm X 7.5 cm, weight 224 g.
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Use: this small device was used to view stereoscopic images in relief from View-Master reels.
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Associated object: the associated disc is a vintage view of the wedding of King Baudouin and Queen Fabiola which took place in Brussels on December 15, 1960. Their union was first celebrated civilly at Brussels City Hall, then religiously at Saints-Michel-et-Gudule Cathedral. It is a highly sought-after historical scene! Note: the disc is dated 1961.
💡 How does it work?
The circular disc (reel) is inserted into the top slot.
By looking through the two eyepieces, the images combine to create an impression of three-dimensional relief.
The small lever on the side allows the disc to be rotated image by image.
📈 Collector's item:
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These "Stereorama" models made of bakelite are much rarer than the more recent plastic View-Master models (usually red or blue).
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The condition of this copy is good, with the original screws, the brass lever, and a historic vintage disc, which increases its value.
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The view of the Belgian royal wedding is also very interesting for collectors of royal or historical memorabilia.
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