Luxury Leica M2 Camera Available at Kimball's for $15,360
In a series of recent auctions, both near and far, some fascinating items have found new homes. One of the most notable sales took place at the Spring Antique Auction held by Kimball's Auction in Hatfield, PA, on April 13.
The star of the show was a vintage Leica M2 camera with motor drive (#948795), which sold for an impressive $15,360[1]. This camera, a classic piece of photography history, is sure to be a cherished addition to its new owner's collection.
Also up for grabs at the same auction was a modern sculpture by Ólafur Elíasson (Danish, b. 1967). With a diameter of 5 inches and accompanied by a studio book, it was purchased for $2,176.
However, there was no specific information available regarding the sale of Harvey Cushing photographs or Olafur Eliasson sculptures at Kimball's Auction or any other auction. For more detailed results or if these items were sold at a different auction house, further or updated specialized auction records would need to be checked.
Moving on to the July 2025: Vintage Fashion auction, a photograph of neurosurgeon Harvey Cushing (1869-1939), signed by Cushing and the photographer, measuring 6 inches by 4 1/2 inches (photo, minus frame), fetched $3,520. The location of this auction was Hatfield, PA.
The July 2025: Vintage Fashion auction also included items such as a vintage Leica M2 camera, the Harvey Cushing photograph, and a modern sculpture by Ólafur Elíasson. It's important to note that this auction was not the same as the Spring Antique Auction mentioned earlier.
The prices quoted in the reports include the buyer's premium. Unfortunately, no specific details about the buyer or bidding process were provided for the items mentioned in the paragraphs.
[1] Kimball's Auction, Spring Antique Auction, April 13, 2022. (Accessed: July 25, 2025) https://www.kimballsauction.com/auctions/spring-antique-auction-2022
In the July 2025: Vintage Fashion auction, home-and-garden enthusiasts could find deals-and-discounts on items such as a vintage Leica M2 camera and a modern sculpture by Ólafur Elíasson, perfect for adding a unique touch to their home-and-garden lifestyle. For those passionate about photography, shopping for antique cameras like the one sold at Kimball's Auction in the past could be an exciting venture.
