Abel Pann (1883–1963)
What is Abel Pann’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 120 auction results for Abel Pann at 15 houses since 1999. Over the last 24 months the median price was $4,130 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,977–$6,048, n=12). The auction record is $62,400 for Biblical Figure (2005, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biblical Figure, 1924 | Pastel over crayon on paper laid down on board | $62,400 | Christie's | May 2005 |
| 2 | Femme et enfant, 1883 | Pastel sur papier marouflé sur carton | $54,727 | Christie's | Jun 2009 |
| 3 | '...And the Lord God sent him forth from the Garden of Eden' (Genesis III, 23), 1883 | Pastel on card | $49,000 | Christie's | Apr 2008 |
| 4 | David '.. was ruddy, with fine eyes, and good looking' (Samuel I, XVI, 12), 1883 | Pastel on paper laid down on board | $43,200 | Christie's | Apr 2006 |
| 5 | Ruth of Moab, Etude, 1951 | Wool | $30,000 | Christie's | Apr 2006 |
| 6 | Self-Portrait, 1909 | Oil paint | $19,120 | Christie's | Oct 2003 |
| 7 | And Dina shall go forth to see the Daughters of the Land | Pastel on cardboard | $18,880 | Tiroche | Oct 2021 |
| 8 | Old Lady on a Bench, 1910 | Wool | $18,000 | Christie's | Apr 2006 |
| 9 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1910 | Oil on canvas | $17,700 | Tiroche | Jan 2023 |
| 10 | 4 Mothers | Pastel on cardboard | $17,250 | Tiroche | Jun 2014 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 55 | $4,720 |
| Prints | 10 | $143 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 39 | $8,260 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 25 | $2,006 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 120 results from 15 houses · How we compute these figures
Abel Pann is a Latvian artist with 168 auction lots recorded since 1999, median price $4,500. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Abel Pann sold in 2026 for $4,720, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Abel Pann on OpeningBid →What is a Abel Pann work worth?
Across 115 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Abel Pann work is $4,500.
The median Abel Pann work on paper sells for $6,195 across 84 lots.
The median Abel Pann print sells for $147 across 12 lots.
The median Abel Pann painting sells for $16,350 across 6 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Abel Pann work on papers typically sell for $5,044–$13,750 (the middle half of 54 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Abel Pann work on papers typically sell for $1,120–$3,142 (the middle half of 30 sold lots).
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 18 | $147†‡ | $2,912 | 66.7% | 2024-12-17 |
| Paintings | 6 | $16,350†‡ | $19,120 | — | 2023-01-21 |
| Works on Paper | 109 | $6,195†‡ | $62,400 | 77.1% | 2026-04-03 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 6 | $46,100† | $62,400 | — | 2009-06-16 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Abel Pann's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (18 lots) median $147 with 66.7% sell-through. Paintings (6 lots) median $16,350, record $19,120. A typical Abel Pann painting sells for around 111× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 6 lots) the median is $46,100.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $118–$168† | $125† | $2,912 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $93–$320‡ | $260‡ | $391 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 30 | $1,120–$3,142‡ | $1,820‡ | $10,350 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 54 | $5,044–$13,750†‡ | $7,965†‡ | $62,400 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2005 | $62,400 |
| Works on Paper | 2009 | $54,727 |
| Paintings | 2003 | $19,120 |
| Paintings | 2006 | $18,000 |
| Prints & Editions | 2008 | $2,912 |
| Prints & Editions | 2015 | $391 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Abel Pann worth?
Across 115 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Abel Pann work is $4,500. The median Abel Pann work on paper sells for $6,195 across 84 lots. The median Abel Pann print sells for $147 across 12 lots. The median Abel Pann painting sells for $16,350 across 6 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Abel Pann work on papers typically sell for $5,044–$13,750 (the middle half of 54 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Abel Pann work on papers typically sell for $1,120–$3,142 (the middle half of 30 sold lots). Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Abel Pann work on paper?
Based on 84 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Abel Pann work on paper is $6,195. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Abel Pann's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Abel Pann work on paper is $62,400.
What is the average price of a Abel Pann print?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Abel Pann print is $147. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Abel Pann's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Abel Pann print is $2,912.
What is the average price of a medium Abel Pann work on paper?
Based on 54 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Abel Pann work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $7,965, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a small Abel Pann work on paper?
Based on 30 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Abel Pann work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,820, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Abel Pann's auction record?
Abel Pann's auction record is $62,400, set in 2005.
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