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Sands, Hunter & Co. Field cameras

Sands, Hunter & Co. field cameras are British-made wooden plate cameras of the type used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These large-format folding cameras were sold by the London retailer Sands, Hunter & Co. and aimed at studio and landscape photographers working with glass plates.

Auction data for these field cameras is extremely thin: a single recorded UK saleroom result from 2003 hammered at £94, so any current value figure would be speculative. With only one hammer price on file, there is no reliable median or range to quote in today's market, and what a Sands, Hunter & Co. field camera sells for will depend heavily on the specific model, completeness and condition.

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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: September 2003

Date Price Source
Sep 2003 £94 Christie's
Sep 2003 £94 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Sands, Hunter & Co. field camera worth today?

Recorded UK auction data is limited to a single 2003 hammer result of £94, which is too little evidence to set a reliable current worth; condition, completeness and any original lens will drive the price far more than the maker's name alone.

How much does a Sands, Hunter & Co. field camera sell for at auction?

Only one verified UK auction sale is on file, at £94 hammer in 2003, so there is no meaningful price range to quote and prospective buyers should treat each example on its own merits.

Are Sands, Hunter & Co. field cameras usable today?

As wooden plate cameras they can still be used for large-format photography if the bellows, ground glass and plate holders are intact, though sourcing film holders sized to the original back is often the main practical hurdle.