Arturo Herrera (b. 1959)
What is Arturo Herrera’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 51 auction results for Arturo Herrera at 9 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,032 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,135–$10,795, n=7). The auction record is $53,655 for Untitled (Pass) (2021, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Untitled (Pass), 2003 | Collage de papier découpé et impression sur papier | $53,655 | Christie's | May 2021 |
| 2 | Untitled (Double Castle/Purple), 2005 | Mixed media | $52,920 | Rago Arts | Mar 2024 |
| 3 | Untitled (watercolour and graphite on paper), 2002 | Graphite | $42,588 | Christie's | Mar 2017 |
| 4 | Felt #8, 2008 | Felt | $37,500 | Phillips | Nov 2016 |
| 5 | For the First Time II, 1999 | Wool felt, in three parts | $35,280 | Christie's | Jun 2010 |
| 6 | Night Before Last, 2003 | Acrylic paint | $30,660 | Christie's | May 2021 |
| 7 | One Time (Orange), 2001 | Felt | $30,240 | Phillips | Mar 2022 |
| 8 | Stay (Permanence), 2000 | Acrylic paint | $25,200 | Phillips | Mar 2021 |
| 9 | Stay the Same (Cream), 2001 | Felt | $25,000 | Christie's | Mar 2018 |
| 10 | Untitled (11); Untitled (19); Untitled (21); Untitled (23), 2005 | Mixed media | $18,750 | Phillips | May 2016 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 21 | $11,430 |
| Works on paper | 15 | $3,276 |
| Prints | 7 | $2,500 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 18 | $21,875 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 8 | $2,875 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 20 | $2,697 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 51 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Arturo Herrera is a Venezuelan artist with 81 auction lots recorded since 2002, median price $4,032.
A work by Arturo Herrera sold in 2026 for $11,869, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Arturo Herrera on OpeningBid →What is a Arturo Herrera work worth?
Across 51 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Arturo Herrera work is $4,032.
The median Arturo Herrera work on paper sells for $3,500 across 20 lots.
The median Arturo Herrera print sells for $2,500 across 8 lots.
The median Arturo Herrera painting sells for $5,625 across 3 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 14 | $2,500 | $8,750 | 57.1% | 2025-12-16 |
| Paintings | 5 | $5,625 | $17,640 | 60% | 2024-09-23 |
| Works on Paper | 24 | $3,500 | $53,655 | 83.3% | 2025-08-21 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 3 | $19,385 | $37,500 | — | 2025-04-30 |
| Photography | 3 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $52,920 | $53,655 | — | 2024-03-13 |
Arturo Herrera's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (14 lots) median $2,500 with 57.1% sell-through. Paintings (5 lots) median $5,625, record $17,640. A typical Arturo Herrera painting sells for around 2.2× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 3 lots) the median is $52,920.
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $2,301–$4,047 | $3,250 | $11,430 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $2,250–$7,500 | $3,250 | $10,000 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $53,655 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $52,920 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2016 | $37,500 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $17,640 |
| Prints & Editions | 2018 | $8,750 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $6,096 |
| Paintings | 2020 | $5,625 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $1,270 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Arturo Herrera worth?
Across 51 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Arturo Herrera work is $4,032. The median Arturo Herrera work on paper sells for $3,500 across 20 lots. The median Arturo Herrera print sells for $2,500 across 8 lots. The median Arturo Herrera painting sells for $5,625 across 3 lots.
What is the average price of a Arturo Herrera work on paper?
Based on 20 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Arturo Herrera work on paper is $3,500.
What is Arturo Herrera's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Arturo Herrera work on paper is $53,655.
What is the average price of a Arturo Herrera print?
Based on 8 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Arturo Herrera print is $2,500.
What is Arturo Herrera's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Arturo Herrera print is $8,750.
What is the average price of a small Arturo Herrera work on paper?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Arturo Herrera work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $3,250, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Arturo Herrera's auction record?
Arturo Herrera's auction record is $53,655, set in 2021.
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