Kodak Petite 'Lightning Bolt'
The Kodak Petite is a small folding vest-pocket-format camera produced by Kodak in the early 20th century. The 'Lightning Bolt' refers to the decorative geometric Art Deco pattern applied to the bellows and enamelled body panels, marketed as a fashion-conscious variant aimed at style-led buyers when new.
Collector demand for the decorated Petite variants is driven by the condition of the coloured enamel and bellows artwork rather than mechanical performance. The single UK auction hammer result on record is £132 from May 2005, so a current value or price in today's market cannot be reliably established from the available data — what a Kodak Petite 'Lightning Bolt' sells for at saleroom level will depend heavily on cosmetic condition and which colourway is offered.
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: May 2005
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| May 2005 | EUR 132 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 7 (Lot AI_7_25005) Title: Kodak Petite 'Lightning Bolt'
Description:
for 127 film, blue version, very rare model in good condition (the original bellows is damaged), box, instructions Estimate: EUR 200 - EUR 300 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Kodak Petite 'Lightning Bolt' sell for at UK auction?
The only verified UK auction hammer result on file is £132, achieved in May 2005, which is insufficient to define a reliable current price range.
What is a Kodak Petite 'Lightning Bolt' worth today?
With only one recorded sale, a precise current value cannot be quoted; condition of the decorative enamel and bellows is the principal driver of worth for this variant.
Why is the 'Lightning Bolt' Petite collectable?
It was sold as a decorative, fashion-oriented camera, and surviving examples with undamaged Art Deco artwork are scarce, which sustains collector interest independent of photographic utility.