This beautifully preserved Aristo Porcelain Printing Frame, manufactured by Eastman Kodak Co. in Rochester, NY, is a rare piece of photographic history. Designed for 5×7 negatives, this early 20th-century tool was used in contact printing processes—placing negatives directly against photo-sensitive paper and exposing them to light through the glass front.
Crafted from warm-toned wood and accented with brass hardware, including spring-loaded hinges and a rotating locking mechanism, this printing frame showcases the precision engineering and elegance of vintage photographic equipment. The glass surface remains intact, and the mechanical components still operate smoothly.
Ideal for collectors of antique cameras and darkroom equipment, or as a decorative object for lovers of analog photography, this frame captures a bygone era when image-making was both an art and a craft. A testament to Kodak’s innovation and American manufacturing heritage, this piece is functional, beautiful, and historically significant.
