> Source: https://www.openingbid.art/artist/carlo-zinelli · updated 2026-11-03

# Carlo Zinelli (1916–1974)

## What is Carlo Zinelli’s work worth? {#value}

As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 36 auction results for Carlo Zinelli at 10 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $10,710 including buyer’s premium (middle half $7,898–$15,403, n=5). The auction record is $51,830 for QUATTRO UCCELLI GRIGI ENTRO FORME GIALLE (2021, Cornette de Saint Cyr (Bonhams)). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.

**Top auction records: paintings, drawings & sculpture**

| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | QUATTRO UCCELLI GRIGI ENTRO FORME GIALLE, circa 1962 | Tempera on paper | $51,830 | Cornette de Saint Cyr (Bonhams) | Jun 2021 |
| 2 | Untitled, 1957, 1916 | Gouache | $50,000 | Christie's | Jan 2019 |
| 3 | FIGURE E FORME A PIU COLORI, BICICLETTA E CERCHIO ROSSO, 1957-1958 | Tempera on paper | $49,757 | Cornette de Saint Cyr (Bonhams) | Jun 2021 |
| 4 | GRANDE UOMO E CARNE A CONTORNI - PRETINI E UCCELLI NERI CON INSERTI MULTICOLORI, 1965 | Tempera on paper | $37,318 | Cornette de Saint Cyr (Bonhams) | Jun 2021 |
| 5 | Untitled (double-sided), 1916 | Tempera | $32,500 | Christie's | Jan 2021 |
| 6 | Untitled | Tempera and pencil on paper | $28,381 | Christie's | Jan 2004 |
| 7 | Grande Uccello Stellato E Gabbis Con Ucello Gialli, 1970 | Tempera on paper | $22,500 | Christie's | Jan 2017 |
| 8 | Untitled, 1916 | Gouache | $22,500 | Christie's | Jan 2019 |
| 9 | Untitled, 1970 | Tempera on paper | $21,832 | Christie's | Jan 2004 |
| 10 | Grande carro biancoe figura nera, 1964 | Tempera | $20,312 | Bonhams | Feb 2021 |


**Median price by medium (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 14 | $17,454 |
| Paintings | 13 | $15,403 |
| Other | 7 | $12,500 |

**Median price by size (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 31 | $15,278 |

Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 36 results from 10 houses · [How we compute these figures](https://www.openingbid.art/methodology/price-data)


Carlo Zinelli is an Italian artist with 47 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $15,403. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.

A work by Carlo Zinelli sold in 2025 for $15,403, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

## What is a Carlo Zinelli work worth?

Across 36 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Carlo Zinelli work is $15,403.

The median Carlo Zinelli painting sells for $15,403 across 24 lots.

The median Carlo Zinelli work on paper sells for $15,000 across 10 lots.

Medium (50–120 cm) Carlo Zinelli paintings typically sell for $10,220–$20,692 (the middle half of 20 sold lots).

Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.

## Price breakdown by category

| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 24 | $15,403 | $51,830 | — | 2026-05-13 |
| Works on Paper | 11 | $15,000 | $50,000 | 90.9% | 2025-07-23 |

## Price by size

### Paintings

| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 20 | $10,220–$20,692 | $14,274 | $49,757 |

### Works on Paper

| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 10 | $10,579–$21,589 | $15,000 | $50,000 |

Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.

## Notable results

| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2021 | $51,830 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $50,000 |
| Paintings | 2021 | $49,757 |
| Works on Paper | 2004 | $28,381 |

The highest recorded result in each medium. The full sale history is in the OpeningBid app (free sign-up).

## Frequently asked questions

### What is a Carlo Zinelli worth?

Across 36 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Carlo Zinelli work is $15,403. The median Carlo Zinelli painting sells for $15,403 across 24 lots. The median Carlo Zinelli work on paper sells for $15,000 across 10 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Carlo Zinelli paintings typically sell for $10,220–$20,692 (the middle half of 20 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.

### What is the average price of a Carlo Zinelli painting?

Based on 24 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Carlo Zinelli painting is $15,403.

### What is Carlo Zinelli's most expensive painting?

The highest price recorded at auction for a Carlo Zinelli painting is $51,830.

### What is the average price of a Carlo Zinelli work on paper?

Based on 10 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Carlo Zinelli work on paper is $15,000.

### What is Carlo Zinelli's most expensive work on paper?

The highest price recorded at auction for a Carlo Zinelli work on paper is $50,000.

### What is the average price of a medium Carlo Zinelli painting?

Based on 20 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Carlo Zinelli painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $14,274, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

### What is the average price of a medium Carlo Zinelli work on paper?

Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Carlo Zinelli work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $15,000, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

### What is Carlo Zinelli's auction record?

Carlo Zinelli's auction record is $51,830, set in 2021.

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Data last updated 2026-11-03. OpeningBid tracks 15,596,131 auction lots from 579 auction houses, refreshed nightly.

Cite this page as: OpeningBid, “Carlo Zinelli auction prices”, https://www.openingbid.art/artist/carlo-zinelli (updated 2026-11-03).

Historical auction data, not investment advice. Prices are premium-inclusive USD where the buyer's premium is recorded. Figures marked † are hammer prices (buyer's premium not included); ‡ marks a price whose basis is not yet verified. Non-USD results are converted at the sale month's rate.