White Stereo-Realist 1041
The Stereo-Realist 1041 is a 35mm stereo film camera that produces paired transparencies for viewing in a stereo viewer. It belongs to the Stereo Realist family introduced in the late 1940s by the David White Company of Milwaukee, which popularised the 5-perforation 'Realist format' that became the de facto standard for 35mm stereo photography in the 1950s.
Auction data for the Stereo-Realist 1041 is thin: the only confirmed UK saleroom hammer result on file is £70, achieved in late 2023. On that single data point a working example is worth roughly the high-double-digits in the auction market today, though a clean body with a matching case and a functional viewer can sell for noticeably more in specialist sales. Because hammer prices exclude commission, retail asking prices from dealers typically run higher than the figure shown here.
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: December 2023
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Dec 2023 | £70 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 46) Title: A David White Stereo Realist Camera
Description:
A David White Stereo Realist Camera, model 1041, shutter working, rangefinder working, body G, with f/3.5 lenses, elements G-VG, in ERC |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Stereo-Realist 1041 worth today?
On the limited UK auction evidence available, a Stereo-Realist 1041 sells for around £70 at hammer, with cleaner examples likely to achieve more. Retail prices from dealers are typically higher than auction hammer values.
How much does a Stereo-Realist 1041 sell for at auction?
The single recorded UK auction sale closed at £70. With only one data point, this should be treated as indicative rather than a firm market price.
What film does the Stereo-Realist 1041 use?
It uses standard 35mm film and exposes paired stereo frames in the 5-perforation Realist format, intended for viewing as transparencies in a stereo viewer.
Does condition affect the price of a Stereo-Realist 1041?
Yes — clear lenses, accurate shutter speeds and a working rangefinder add significant value, while haze, sticky slow speeds or a non-functional viewer reduce what a buyer will pay.