Ica Icarette (6x6)
The Ica Icarette (6x6) is a German folding roll-film camera made by Ica AG of Dresden, producing 6x6 cm negatives. It dates from the era before Ica merged into Zeiss Ikon in 1926, placing it among the compact folding bed cameras of the early 20th century.
Auction evidence for this specific 6x6 Icarette variant is extremely thin: a single UK hammer result from 2003 sits at £100, so any current 2026 value range would be speculative. At saleroom level, comparable pre-Zeiss Ikon Ica folders typically trade on condition of the bellows, shutter and lens rather than on the nameplate alone, and that one data point should be treated as indicative only of where a complete, working example once sold.
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: November 2003
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Nov 2003 | EUR 100 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 4 (Lot AI_4_22690) Title: Ica Icarette 6x6cm
Description:
6x6cm, Helios 8/7,5cm, Rädchen-Compur-Verschluss, guter Zustand Estimate: EUR 1,923 - EUR 42,643 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is an Ica Icarette (6x6) worth today?
With only one recorded UK auction sale (£100 hammer, 2003), there is not enough recent data to state a reliable current price; condition of bellows, shutter and lens will drive whatever an example sells for.
How much does an Ica Icarette (6x6) sell for at auction?
The only verified hammer price in our records is £100, achieved at UK auction in 2003; more recent comparable sales would be needed to confirm where the market sits now.
Is the Ica Icarette (6x6) a collectible camera?
It is of interest mainly to collectors of pre-1926 Dresden folders and Ica-branded equipment, rather than to general users, and its value is closely tied to originality and working condition.