Becher, Bernd and Hilla (1931–2007)
What is Becher, Bernd and Hilla’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 186 auction results for Becher, Bernd and Hilla at 12 houses since 1998. Over the last 24 months the median price was $16,670 including buyer’s premium (middle half $3,585–$48,260, n=28). The auction record is $356,519 for Water Towers (2017, Phillips). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Water Towers, 1965 | Cartes-de-visite | $356,519 | Phillips | Mar 2017 |
| 2 | Winding Towers, France, Belgium, Germany | — | $289,000 | Sotheby's | May 2008 |
| 3 | Winding Towers, 1963-1982 | Cartes-de-visite | $240,878 | Phillips | Jun 2024 |
| 4 | Gas Tanks (Spherical), 1988 | Black and white photographs, in 9 parts | $199,146 | Phillips | Oct 2024 |
| 5 | New York Water Towers, 1931 | Cartes-de-visite | $187,500 | Christie's | Nov 2019 |
| 6 | Water Towers, 1997 | Cartes-de-visite | $162,500 | Phillips | Apr 2019 |
| 7 | Water Towers H, 1988 | Vintage gelatin silver prints, in 9 parts | $156,250 | Phillips | Nov 2016 |
| 8 | Winding Towers, 1931 | Silver | $151,575 | Bonhams | May 2022 |
| 9 | Water Towers: (Kugel unten Geschlossen), 2010 | Nine gelatin silver prints, printed and assembled no later than 2010 | $151,200 | Phillips | Oct 2022 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Watertowers, 1988 | Black and white photographs, in 21 parts | $353,033 | Phillips | Oct 2019 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Photographs | 138 | $19,576 |
| Other | 12 | $14,325 |
| Prints | 15 | $6,875 |
| Works on paper | 6 | $4,756 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 101 | $20,320 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 57 | $13,970 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 186 results from 12 houses · How we compute these figures
Becher, Bernd and Hilla is a German artist with 219 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $14,237. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Becher, Bernd and Hilla sold in 2026 for $64,000, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 186 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Becher, Bernd and Hilla work is $14,237.
The median Becher, Bernd and Hilla photograph sells for $18,750 across 140 lots.
The median Becher, Bernd and Hilla print sells for $5,200 across 28 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Becher, Bernd and Hilla photographs typically sell for $7,457–$69,394 (the middle half of 86 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Becher, Bernd and Hilla photographs typically sell for $12,472–$22,500 (the middle half of 46 sold lots).
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 32 | $5,200‡ | $151,575 | 87.5% | 2026-02-07 |
| Photography | 161 | $18,750‡ | $356,519 | 87% | 2026-10-22 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 22 | $140,800 | $356,519 | — | 2026-04-11 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 13 | $2,750–$21,250 | $8,890 | $151,575 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 14 | $842–$6,141‡ | $4,116‡ | $9,541 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Photography
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 86 | $7,457–$69,394‡ | $22,072‡ | $353,033 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 46 | $12,472–$22,500 | $16,940 | $72,500 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | 2017 | $356,519 |
| Photography | 2019 | $353,033 |
| Prints & Editions | 2022 | $151,575 |
| Prints & Editions | 2021 | $30,240 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Becher, Bernd and Hilla worth?
Across 186 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Becher, Bernd and Hilla work is $14,237. The median Becher, Bernd and Hilla photograph sells for $18,750 across 140 lots. The median Becher, Bernd and Hilla print sells for $5,200 across 28 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Becher, Bernd and Hilla photographs typically sell for $7,457–$69,394 (the middle half of 86 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Becher, Bernd and Hilla photographs typically sell for $12,472–$22,500 (the middle half of 46 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Becher, Bernd and Hilla photograph?
Based on 140 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Becher, Bernd and Hilla photograph is $18,750. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Becher, Bernd and Hilla's most expensive photograph?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Becher, Bernd and Hilla photograph is $356,519.
What is the average price of a Becher, Bernd and Hilla print?
Based on 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Becher, Bernd and Hilla print is $5,200. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Becher, Bernd and Hilla's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Becher, Bernd and Hilla print is $151,575.
What is the average price of a small Becher, Bernd and Hilla photograph?
Based on 86 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Becher, Bernd and Hilla photograph (small (under 50 cm)) is $22,072, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a medium Becher, Bernd and Hilla photograph?
Based on 46 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Becher, Bernd and Hilla photograph (medium (50–120 cm)) is $16,940, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Becher, Bernd and Hilla's auction record?
Becher, Bernd and Hilla's auction record is $356,519, set in 2017.
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