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Ihagee Parvola (Klein-Ultrix) 1450 (3x4cm)

The Ihagee Parvola (Klein-Ultrix) 1450 is a German-made folding camera producing 3x4cm exposures on roll film, dating from the pre-war era of compact folders. It was sold by Dresden maker Ihagee as a small-format alternative to larger plate and roll-film folders of the period.

UK auction hammer prices for this Parvola variant have ranged roughly £150–£320 across the limited records available, with a midpoint around £235; these are wholesale saleroom results rather than retail asking prices. The model trades infrequently, so what an example is worth today in 2026 depends heavily on cosmetic condition, shutter function, and the presence of the original case.

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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.

Prices updated: November 2016

Date Price Source
Nov 2016 EUR 500 Leitz Auction
Mar 2014 EUR 150 Leitz Auction
May 2009 EUR 320 Leitz Auction

Frequently asked questions

What is an Ihagee Parvola 1450 worth today?

Recent UK auction hammer prices sit in the £150–£320 range, so a clean working example is generally valued around £230–£250 before commission.

How much does an Ihagee Parvola (Klein-Ultrix) 1450 sell for at auction?

The two recorded UK saleroom results show it sells for £150 at the lower end and £320 at the upper end, with the price driven mainly by shutter condition and bellows integrity.

Is the Ihagee Parvola 1450 still usable?

It can still be used if the bellows are light-tight and the shutter is accurate, though the 3x4cm format requires roll film and careful handling of the folding mechanism.

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