Vintage

Leica 0-Series No. 103 sold for €4.25 million at Wetzlar Camera Auctions, leading a sale that also saw strong prices for prototypes, gold Leicas and black-paint M cameras.

The 1920s marked a period of significant technological innovation, laying the foundation for modern audio and visual technology. Celebrating century-old companies like Leica highlights their competitiveness and lasting influence.

James Jarché — a now largely forgotten former London Fleet Street press photographer — came to fame in 1936 as the first photographer to capture the future Edward VIII and Mrs. Simpson in public. He was also the grandfather of the famous actor, Sir David Suchet…

The 47th Leitz Photographica auction featured a €6.5 million bid for a camera presented to Pope Francis, with proceeds supporting his chosen charity. Notable sales included rare black-paint models.

The 47th Leitz Auction on November 22, 2025, features diverse items, including rare Leica cameras, a unique STASI spy camera, and a camera gifted to Pope Francis, attracting significant interest.

David reflects on a childhood spent collecting antiques with their mother, unavoidable experiences shaping their identity. This passion evolved into a love for scientific instruments and photography, highlighting familial influence on collecting.