This Kodak Bantam Special is an early example of one of the most celebrated American cameras of the 20th century. Designed by Walter Dorwin Teague and introduced in 1936, the Bantam Special is revered for its striking Art Deco form, sculpted from glossy black Bakelite with gleaming chrome details and horizontal striping. Its sleek, symmetrical body conceals a pop-out bellows and high-quality Kodak Ektar lens, which folds neatly into the chassis behind hinged doors. The split viewfinder on the top plate offers a distinctive focusing experience and adds to the camera’s modernist charm. The serial number "2610" engraved on the internal strut suggests this is an early production model, likely dating to the late 1930s.

Though untested, the camera appears to be in excellent cosmetic condition with clean, intact components and smooth mechanical action. The lens reads "Kodak Anastigmat Ektar," a hallmark of the model's high optical quality during its era. Paired with its original leather case, this Bantam Special is as much an object of design history as it is a piece of photographic equipment. Whether displayed as an industrial design collectible or added to a vintage camera collection, it remains a striking example of American modernism.