Six 20 Camera Appraisal

Kodak Six-20 Brownie Model D Box Camera

This is a vintage Kodak Six-20 Brownie Model D box camera, a classic example of mass-market photography equipment from the 1930s. The camera features a distinctive rectangular box design constructed from sheet metal, finished in a matte black grained leatherette or imitation leather coating. The most prominent feature is the Art Deco styled geometric front faceplate, characterized by silver or nickel-plated vertical and horizontal lines etched against a dark background, which was a hallmark of the 1930s aesthetic. This specific model was produced by Kodak Limited in the United Kingdom. It includes a meniscus lens centered on the front, with two smaller circular viewfinders located at the top corners for horizontal and vertical framing. The camera uses 620 roll film and features a simple rotary shutter mechanism. Physically, the item shows moderate signs of age and use, including visible surface scratches on the metal faceplate, some oxidation/patina on the metal components, and wear along the edges of the black body. There is visible dust accumulation within the viewfinders and lens, which is common for an object of this age. The craftsmanship is utilitarian but durable, representing the transition into the modern era of consumer electronics.