BÜHL, HEDE (b. 1940)
What is BÜHL, HEDE’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 37 auction results for BÜHL, HEDE at 4 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $12,103 including buyer’s premium (middle half $10,909–$12,467, n=5). The auction record is $84,558 for Wächter (2020, Van Ham Kunstauktionen). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wächter, 1975 | Bronze, poliert | $84,558 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Dec 2020 |
| 2 | Kleine Stehende, 1973 | Bronze, poliert | $16,650 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Nov 2024 |
| 3 | Kopf, 1980 | Bronze, schwarz patiniert | $12,467 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Jun 2025 |
| 4 | Kopf, 1986 | Bronze, poliert | $12,103 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Jun 2026 |
| 5 | Kopf, 1981 | Bronze, schwarz patiniert | $10,909 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Dec 2025 |
| 6 | Kopf, 1995 | Bronze, poliert. Auf Alabastersockel | $7,568 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Jun 2022 |
| 7 | Kopf (Head), 1973 | Alabaster | $5,547 | Karl & Faber | Dec 2019 |
| 8 | Kopf (Head), 1986 | Bronze | $4,854 | Karl & Faber | Dec 2019 |
| 9 | Kopf | Bronze, dunkelbraun patiniert | $4,501 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Sep 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 9 | $10,909 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $7,568 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 37 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
BÜHL, HEDE is a German artist with 43 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $5,024. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by BÜHL, HEDE sold in 2026 for $12,103, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full BÜHL, HEDE record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View BÜHL, HEDE on OpeningBid →What is a BÜHL, HEDE work worth?
Across 36 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a BÜHL, HEDE work is $5,024.
The median BÜHL, HEDE sculpture sells for $6,104 across 30 lots.
The median BÜHL, HEDE work on paper sells for $814 across 2 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) BÜHL, HEDE sculptures typically sell for $2,841–$8,061 (the middle half of 26 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2 | $814 | $1,183 | — | — |
| Sculpture & Installation | 34 | $6,104‡ | $84,558 | 88.2% | 2026-06-10 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 26 | $2,841–$8,061‡ | $5,370‡ | $12,467 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2020 | $84,558 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2020 | $67,490‡ |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a BÜHL, HEDE worth?
Across 36 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a BÜHL, HEDE work is $5,024. The median BÜHL, HEDE sculpture sells for $6,104 across 30 lots. The median BÜHL, HEDE work on paper sells for $814 across 2 lots. Small (under 50 cm) BÜHL, HEDE sculptures typically sell for $2,841–$8,061 (the middle half of 26 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 BÜHL, HEDE sculpture?
Based on 30 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a BÜHL, HEDE sculpture is $6,104. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is BÜHL, HEDE's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a BÜHL, HEDE sculpture is $84,558.
What is the average price of a small BÜHL, HEDE sculpture?
Based on 26 sold lots, the median auction price of a small BÜHL, HEDE sculpture (small (under 50 cm)) is $5,370, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is BÜHL, HEDE's auction record?
BÜHL, HEDE's auction record is $84,558, set in 2020.
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