Ica Favorit Tropical
The Ica Favorit Tropical is an early 20th-century German large-format folding plate camera, built in a tropical specification with teak woodwork and brass fittings intended for use in hot and humid climates. It was positioned as a premium field camera for serious amateur and professional photographers when new.
Sales data for the Favorit Tropical is extremely thin, with only a single recorded UK auction hammer result of £293 from a Christie's sale, so a reliable price band cannot be established as of today. Buyers researching what an Ica Favorit Tropical is worth in 2026 should treat that figure as one wholesale data point rather than a current market value, since condition of the wood, bellows and brass dramatically affects what the camera sells for at saleroom level.
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: August 2000
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Aug 2000 | £293 | Christie's | |
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Auction: Cameras and Photographic Equipment (Lot 339) Title: Tropical camera no. 85887
Description:
Tropical camera no. 85887 Estimate: £300 - £500 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is an Ica Favorit Tropical worth today?
Auction evidence is limited to a single recorded hammer price of £293, so a precise current value cannot be given; condition and completeness of the tropical fittings will drive what any individual example sells for.
How much does an Ica Favorit Tropical sell for at auction?
The only verified UK auction result on file is £293 hammer, but with just one data point this should be treated as indicative rather than a reliable market price.
Why does the tropical version command interest from collectors?
Tropical-specification cameras used teak and brass instead of standard blackened metal and covering, and surviving examples in clean condition are scarce, which supports collector demand even where auction price evidence is sparse.