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Sanderson A-Pattern

The Sanderson A-Pattern is a British-made wooden field camera produced by Sanderson, a London maker active from the late 19th into the mid-20th century. It is a plate camera intended for use on a tripod, typical of the studio and field workflow of its era.

Hammer prices for the Sanderson A-Pattern at UK auction are limited, with one recorded saleroom result in April 2025 at £62. On the basis of that single data point, today's wholesale value sits at around £62, though condition of the bellows, woodwork and any accompanying lens will move what an example is worth and what it sells for.

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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: March 2026

Date Price Source
Mar 2026 £76 Chiswick Auctions
Apr 2025 £62 Flints Auctions
Nov 2023 £400 Flints Auctions
Oct 2017 £504 Flints Auctions
Oct 2017 £840 Flints Auctions
Dec 2002 £446 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Sanderson A-Pattern worth today?

Based on the single recorded UK auction hammer result, a Sanderson A-Pattern is worth around £62, with condition and any included lens or plate holders shifting the price either way.

How much does a Sanderson A-Pattern sell for at auction?

The most recent UK auction record shows one selling for £62 in April 2025, but with so few sales the price for any given example can vary considerably.

Is the Sanderson A-Pattern a film camera?

It is a plate camera from the wooden field-camera tradition rather than a roll-film camera, so usability today depends on having compatible plate holders or a sheet-film adapter.

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