Voigtlander& Sohn Stereo Folding
The Voigtländer & Sohn Stereo Folding is an early stereoscopic folding plate camera, designed to expose paired side-by-side images for stereo viewing. It dates from the era when Voigtländer & Sohn — the firm's pre-merger name — produced wood-and-leather folding apparatus aimed at amateur and serious enthusiast stereo photographers.
Sales data for this model is extremely thin: a single Christie's UK auction record from 1998 shows a hammer price of £402, and no recent results are available to establish what the camera is worth in today's market. With only one historic saleroom result on file, any current value estimate would be speculative, and collectors should treat that figure as a dated reference rather than a guide to what the camera sells for now.
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 1998
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Nov 1998 | £402 | Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS AND OPTICAL TOYS (Lot 218) Title: Stereo strut folding camera
Description:
Stereo strut folding camera Estimate: £25 - £150 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Voigtländer & Sohn Stereo Folding sell for?
The only verified UK auction record on file is a 1998 Christie's hammer price of £402, and there is insufficient recent data to give a reliable current price.
What is a Voigtländer & Sohn Stereo Folding worth today?
With just one historic auction result available, a dependable current value cannot be quoted; condition, completeness, and bellows integrity will drive whatever price a clean example achieves.
Is the Stereo Folding a usable camera?
It is a plate-era stereo folder, so practical use today depends heavily on bellows condition and shutter function, and it is generally bought as a collector item rather than a working camera.