Benin (b. 1)
What is Benin’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 7 auction results for Benin at 3 houses since 2014. Over the last 24 months the median price was $229 including buyer’s premium (middle half $127–$256, n=5). The auction record is $1,625 for figure (2014, Wright). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | figure, 1915 | Bronze | $1,625 | Wright | Sep 2014 |
| 2 | Figural group | Bronze | $448 | Wright | Aug 2026 |
| 3 | Untitled, 20th century | Bronze | $387 | Osenat | Apr 2022 |
| 4 | Head of a Portuguese soldier and cuff with leopard | Bronze | $256 | Wright | Aug 2026 |
| 5 | Untitled, XXe siècle | Bronze H | $229 | Osenat | Jun 2026 |
| 6 | Figures, pair | Patinated bronze | $127 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Dec 2025 |
| 7 | Figures, pair, 20th century | Bronze | $127 | Wright | Dec 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 7 | $256 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $256 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 7 results from 3 houses · How we compute these figures
Benin is an undetermined artist with 12 auction lots recorded since 2014, median price $321.
A work by Benin sold in 2026 for $448, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Benin on OpeningBid →What is a Benin work worth?
Across 6 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Benin work is $321.
The median Benin sculpture sells for $387 across 5 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 5 | $387 | $1,625 | — | 2026-08-11 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2014 | $1,625 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $448 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Benin worth?
Across 6 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Benin work is $321. The median Benin sculpture sells for $387 across 5 lots.
What is Benin's auction record?
Benin's auction record is $1,625, set in 2014.
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