Bernard Villemot (1911–1990)
What is Bernard Villemot’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 171 auction results for Bernard Villemot at 27 houses since 2000. Over the last 24 months the median price was $195 including buyer’s premium (middle half $138–$313, n=25). The auction record is $5,520 for ORANGINA (2010, Swann Auction Galleries). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sports D'Hiver, 1954 | Lithograph, 1954, condition A; backed on linen | $3,319 | Christie's | Nov 2017 |
| 2 | [PARLY 2.], 1977 | $3,250 | Swann Auction Galleries | Jun 2020 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ORANGINA, 1984 | Poster | $5,520 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2010 |
| 2 | BALLY, 1989 | Poster | $5,250 | Swann Auction Galleries | Jun 2020 |
| 3 | WINTER SPORTS / FRANCE, 1954 | $3,250 | Swann Auction Galleries | Feb 2021 | |
| 4 | LES PARISIENNES, 1971 | Lithographs | $3,120 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2019 |
| 5 | Orangina, 1984 | Two-sheets | $2,750 | Swann Auction Galleries | Aug 2016 |
| 6 | Perrier c'est Fou, 1976 | Lithograph | $2,250 | John Moran Auctioneers | Nov 2023 |
| 7 | Orangina: A la Pulpe D'Orange...Naturellement | Lithograph | $2,134 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Mar 2024 |
| 8 | Perrier c'est fou, 1981 | Lithograph | $2,040 | Bonhams | Jan 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Prints | 72 | $631 |
| Works on paper | 7 | $600 |
| Other | 33 | $437 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 34 | $1,060 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 77 | $499 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 171 results from 27 houses · How we compute these figures
Bernard Villemot is a French artist with 240 auction lots recorded since 2000, median price $480. 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 Bernard Villemot sold in 2026 for $497, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Bernard Villemot on OpeningBid →What is a Bernard Villemot work worth?
Across 151 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Bernard Villemot work is $480.
The median Bernard Villemot print sells for $480 across 129 lots.
The median Bernard Villemot work on paper sells for $437 across 6 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Bernard Villemot prints typically sell for $213–$780 (the middle half of 70 sold lots).
Large (over 120 cm) Bernard Villemot prints typically sell for $155–$1,381 (the middle half of 55 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 | 185 | $480†‡ | $5,520 | 69.7% | 2026-09-30 |
| Works on Paper | 6 | $437† | $900 | — | 2025-12-11 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 9 | $3,250† | $5,520 | — | 2023-11-21 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 70 | $213–$780†‡ | $490†‡ | $3,319 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 55 | $155–$1,381†‡ | $479†‡ | $5,520 |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2010 | $5,520 |
| Prints & Editions | 2020 | $5,250 |
| Works on Paper | 2010 | $900 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $729 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Bernard Villemot worth?
Across 151 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Bernard Villemot work is $480. The median Bernard Villemot print sells for $480 across 129 lots. The median Bernard Villemot work on paper sells for $437 across 6 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Bernard Villemot prints typically sell for $213–$780 (the middle half of 70 sold lots). Large (over 120 cm) Bernard Villemot prints typically sell for $155–$1,381 (the middle half of 55 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 Bernard Villemot print?
Based on 129 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Bernard Villemot print is $480. 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 Bernard Villemot's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Bernard Villemot print is $5,520.
What is the average price of a medium Bernard Villemot print?
Based on 70 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Bernard Villemot print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $490, 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 large Bernard Villemot print?
Based on 55 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Bernard Villemot print (large (over 120 cm)) is $479, 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 Bernard Villemot's auction record?
Bernard Villemot's auction record is $5,520, set in 2010.
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