Houghton Sanderson Junior
The Houghton Sanderson Junior is a British folding plate camera from the early 20th century, produced as a more affordable option in the Sanderson range made by Houghton of London. It was aimed at amateur photographers who wanted a wooden field-style camera without the cost of the full hand-and-stand Sanderson models.
Sales data for the Sanderson Junior is extremely thin, with only a single recorded UK auction hammer result of £115 from 1998, so a meaningful current price band cannot be quoted for today's market. As of 2026, what a Sanderson Junior is worth at saleroom level depends almost entirely on completeness, woodwork condition and whether the original lens and shutter are intact, and any modern valuation should be treated as indicative only.
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
Prices updated: October 1998
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Oct 1998 | £115 | Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS & OPTICAL TOYS (Lot 332) Title: Junior Sanderson no. 12271
Description:
Junior Sanderson no. 12271 Estimate: £25 - £150 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Houghton Sanderson Junior worth today?
With only one recorded UK auction sale (£115 hammer in 1998) in the available data, a reliable current value cannot be given; condition, completeness and originality will dominate any price it sells for.
How much does a Sanderson Junior sell for at auction?
The only verified hammer price in our records is £115 at a UK saleroom, but this is a single historical data point rather than a current market price.
Is the Sanderson Junior the same as the standard Sanderson camera?
No. The Junior was sold by Houghton as a lower-cost member of the Sanderson family, separate from the full hand-and-stand Sanderson models.