Ernemann Bob I
The Ernemann Bob I is an early roll-film folding camera produced by the Dresden maker Ernemann in the early twentieth century. It sat at the entry level of Ernemann's Bob series of folding cameras aimed at general amateur use.
Public sales data for the Bob I is extremely thin: the only recorded UK auction hammer result on file is £115 from 2004, so any view of what one is worth today is provisional rather than firm. As of 2026 a clean, working example would most likely sell for a broadly similar two-figure to low three-figure sum at saleroom level, but with a single data point the true price range cannot be reliably stated.
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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| May 2004 | EUR 115 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 5 (Lot AI_5_23406) Title: Ernemann Bob I
Description:
9x12cm, Ernon 6.8/13.5cm no.90359, with dealer's plaque: Deuber & Rau Spezialhaus für Photographie Nürnberg, quite rare camera Estimate: EUR 1,922 - EUR 817,151 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is an Ernemann Bob I worth today?
With only one recorded UK auction result (£115 hammer in 2004) there is not enough data to give a confident current price, but comparable entry-level pre-war German folders typically sell for modest two-figure to low three-figure sums when complete and working.
How much does an Ernemann Bob I sell for at auction?
The single verified UK hammer price on file is £115, achieved in 2004; more recent results would be needed before quoting a reliable range.
Is the Ernemann Bob I a usable camera?
It can be, provided the bellows are light-tight and the shutter is accurate, but film availability for the original format and the lack of routine service support limit its practicality as a regular shooter.