Debrie Parvo
The Debrie Parvo is a French-made 35mm cine camera, introduced in the early 20th century for professional motion-picture use. Developed by Établissements André Debrie of Paris, it became a standard tool in European film production during the silent and early sound eras.
At UK auction, hammer prices for the Debrie Parvo have ranged from around £750 to £780, with a median near £760 based on the limited saleroom record available. As of 2026, values at this wholesale level depend heavily on completeness — cameras retaining original magazines, lenses and wooden cases tend to sell for more, while stripped bodies are worth considerably less.
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.
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| Nov 2024 | £1,875 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica (Lot 352) Title: A J. Debrie Parvo 35mm Hand Crank Cine Camera
Description:
French, c.1908, mechanism stamped 'J. DEBRIE 111, RUE ST MAUR, PARIS' and 'MARQUEDEPOSEE APREIL BTE S.D.G.E FRANCE & ETRANGER' and 'LE PAVRO SieD |
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| Nov 2021 | £930 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica & Instruments of Science (Lot 341) Title: A Debrie Parvo 35mm Hand-Crank Motion Picture Camera
Description:
1908, with Bausch-Lomb Tessar f/3.5 50mm lens, body, F-G, hand-crank mechanism working, lens, G-VG, some internal haze |
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| Nov 2006 | £780 | Christie's | |
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Auction: Cameras, Photographs and Optical Toys (Lot 137) Title: Le Parvo no. 2057
Description:
Le Parvo no. 2057 Estimate: £400 - £600 |
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| Nov 2006 | £576 | Christie's | |
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Auction: Cameras, Photographs and Optical Toys (Lot 85) Title: Parvo cinematographic camera
Description:
Parvo cinematographic camera Estimate: £450 - £600 |
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| Nov 2006 | £312 | Christie's | |
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Auction: Cameras, Photographs and Optical Toys (Lot 136) Title: Le Parvo no. 1403
Description:
Le Parvo no. 1403 Estimate: £300 - £500 |
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| May 2006 | £360 | Christie's | |
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Auction: Cameras, Magic Lanterns and Photographs (Lot 94) Title: Le Parvo no. 230
Description:
Le Parvo no. 230 Estimate: £150 - £200 |
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| May 2000 | £587 | Christie's | |
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Auction: Magic Lanterns, Optical Toys and Cameras (Lot 129) Title: Parvo no. 620
Description:
Parvo no. 620 Estimate: £300 - £400 |
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| May 1998 | £747 | Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS AND OPTICAL TOYS (Lot 36) Title: Le Parvo cinematographic camera no. 1355
Description:
Le Parvo cinematographic camera no. 1355 Estimate: £300 - £500 |
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