2002, black, serial no. 2889406, body, E, shutter working

Leica MP 0.72 35mm rangefinder black camera body, serial number 2889277, circa 2002, together with

Leica MP 35mm rangefinder camera with chrome body, serial number 394, circa 1957, with Leicavit

The MP-60 is in similar cosmetic condition as its sibling, the MP-59. It shows an attractive patina of use around the edges, it is also in perfect working condition. This special Leica includes a matching, sought-after black paint Leicavit MP and a rigid chrome Summicron 2/5cm no.1513257.These Leica MP cameras, totaling only 141 in production, were symbolic of Brynner's commitment to the art of photography. However, it was his extensive body of work, consisting of thousands of photographs, that truly exemplified his photographic prowess. Brynner's photographs tell stories, capturing moments in time with the same dedication and precision he brought to the stage and screen, leaving an enduring legacy in both the worlds of cinema and photography.It was at the 'Photokina' fair in Cologne in 1956 when the new Leica MP was introduced to the public. It was much more than a mere variation of the Leica M3. It was the only serial model which has an individual number, differing fundamentally from the usual fabrication numbers of all other Leica cameras. With only 412 units produced, the MP is among the rarest Leica models of all time. The black-paint version was produced only 141 times and acquired mainly by professional photographers. Many famous professional photographers used MP cameras. Today it is among the most sought-after Leicas of all. The idea which led to the production of the MP model came from several well-known American press photographers, who wanted to make use of the advantages of the Leicavit (available at that time for IIIf only) on their Leica M cameras as well. It was mainly the suggestion of Alfred Eisenstaedt and David Douglas Duncan which aroused the interest of Dr. Ludwig Leitz, who was the director of the development and construction department in 1955.Brynner is certainly not the first actor to photograph as a hobby - there have been plenty actor-shutterbugs, from Roddy McDowall, to Jeff Bridges, to today's crop, including Penelope Cruz - but Brynner used photography as a way to stay in love with his daily job, which was performing. He wasn't lonely or bored on film sets or backstage, despite the endless hours of waiting around that goes on in the theater or in moviemaking, because he had his Leicas. - Ingrid Sischy

John Dowell, aka King Nerd, is a British designer and artist creating true masterpieces and handmade rarities as an engraver. His clients include the big names in the fashion and luxury watch industries, automobile and motorcycle manufacturers, spirits and audio brands and... Leica Camera. One of his artworks is the offered Leica MP 'Space'.'Documenting our world on a Leica camera was important to me because so many people use Leica cameras to take photos of our world,' says John Dowell, describing his intention, which led to the creation of this unique Leica MP. 'I originally had ideas to document outer space and planet earth forever on a Leica camera,' he continues, 'when I showed these designs and ideas, the guys at Leica liked what I had created in my drawings, and they decided to let me continue'.From an LFI interview with King Nerd.

beautiful mint à la carte MP 0,58 with box calf red leather covering (body cap), ex-demonstration camera with leather covering options palet sample and list of camera options, with warranty card, instructions and very rare 'à la carte' wooden presentation box

2003, chrome, serial no. 2983485, body, VG-E, shutter working, complete with Leicavit M Note: This lot incurs VAT, due to being imported into the UK,

The MP SP is a very rare version of a Leica MP, made exclusively to special order, featuring M2 mechanics with special engraving on the top plate, the camera is equipped with an early type back door, there is a number 'P 57' engraved on the chassis, it is in excellent condition, with near mint Leicavit MP (most probably also refinished by Leica). This is the second known MP SP black paint - the other one with the consecutive number MP-58 is shown in "Lager I Cameras" on page 195.

rare special edition MP finished in anthracite grey, in mint, unused condition, complete with Leicavit MP no.0000566 in the same finish, all matching papers and maker's box