Lamperti& Garbagnat! Rotativa
The Lamperti & Garbagnati Rotativa is a camera produced by the Italian maker Lamperti & Garbagnati. It is a niche piece that appears only occasionally in the collector market.
Sales data for the Rotativa is extremely thin: a single recorded result at UK auction in 2017 hammered at £500, which gives a reference point rather than a reliable median for what the camera is worth in 2026. With only one data point at saleroom level, current value is hard to pin down and condition, completeness and bidder interest on the day will heavily influence what any given example sells for.
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.
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Jun 2017 | EUR 500 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 31 (Lot AI_31_35207) Title: Lamperti & Garbagnati Rotativa
Description:
very rare Italian detective camera for 13x16cm plates, with unique high-capacity internal magazine (25 plate holders included) that can process up to 50 plates for each round without reloading, in very fine condition, with Rodenstock Eurynar 6.8/165mm no.102105 in Compur shutter (added later c.1915), incl. recent technical drawing showing the internal construction Estimate: EUR 1,000 - EUR 1,200 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Lamperti & Garbagnati Rotativa worth today?
On the limited evidence available, a Rotativa sold at UK auction for £500 in 2017; with only one recorded hammer price, that figure is the best available reference for its value rather than a firm market price.
How much does a Lamperti & Garbagnati Rotativa sell for at auction?
The single recorded UK auction sale for this model was £500 hammer, so realistic price expectations should be anchored around that figure while allowing for wide variation given the lack of comparable results.
Why is it hard to give a precise price for the Rotativa?
Only one verified UK auction sale is on record, which is not enough to establish a reliable range or median, so any quoted value is indicative rather than definitive.