International Sale: OstLicht Camera Auction Autumn 2026

We have succeeded in bringing together an exceptional selection of 245 historic cameras, lenses and photographic rarities, reflecting above all our personal passion for the history of photography and the fascinating diversity of its technical development. The holdings of the Deutsches Fotomuseum (German Museum of Photography) and two important private collections form the foundation of this auction, allowing us to present several remarkable areas of particular interest. Among the highlights are rare precursors of the Leica ? cameras produced by mostly small, innovative manufacturers who were already using 35mm cine film for still photography before the Leica achieved worldwide success....