Anthony Lilliput Detective Camera
The Anthony Lilliput Detective Camera is a 19th-century detective-style plate camera designed for discreet use, made by the New York firm E. & H. T. Anthony. Detective cameras of this period were sold as compact, concealable alternatives to the tripod-mounted studio and field cameras that dominated the market.
Auction data for this model is extremely thin: a single recorded UK saleroom hammer result, at Christie's in November 2002, reached £2,820. With only one data point, no meaningful range or median can be drawn for what one is worth today in 2026, and any value placed on a Lilliput now would depend heavily on condition, completeness and the depth of bidding on the day.
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.
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Nov 2002 | £2,820 | Christie's | |
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Auction: PHOTOGRAPHS, MAGIC LANTERNS AND OPTICAL TOYS AND CAMERAS (Lot 474) Title: Lilliput detctive camera
Description:
Lilliput detctive camera Estimate: £1,500 - £2,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is an Anthony Lilliput Detective Camera worth today?
The only recorded UK auction sale in our data is a Christie's hammer price of £2,820 from November 2002; with just one result, today's value is uncertain and would be set by whatever serious collectors bid on the day.
How much does an Anthony Lilliput Detective Camera sell for at auction?
Evidence is limited to a single UK auction hammer result of £2,820, so the price any given example sells for can vary widely depending on condition, originality and bidder interest.
Why is the price range so uncertain?
Because only one verified UK auction sale is on record, there is no statistically meaningful range or median, and confidence in any quoted figure is correspondingly low.