DAUMIER, HONORE (1808–1879)
What is DAUMIER, HONORE’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 84 auction results for DAUMIER, HONORE at 12 houses since 1999. Over the last 24 months the median price was $349 including buyer’s premium (middle half $125–$12,600, n=5). The auction record is $2,172,500 for Conversations d’avocats (Deux avocats) (2018, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Conversations d’avocats (Deux avocats), 1808 | Drawing | $2,172,500 | Christie's | May 2018 |
| 2 | L'amateur d'estampes, 1860 | Painting | $691,500 | Christie's | May 2017 |
| 3 | Les trois juges, 1808 | Black chalk | $403,200 | Christie's | May 2023 |
| 4 | Le Fardeau, 1855 | Oil paint | $176,400 | Christie's | May 2024 |
| 5 | Scène de tribunal (Le Plaidoyer), 1808 | Paper | $176,400 | Christie's | May 2024 |
| 6 | Chanteurs de rue | Oil on panel | $72,466 | Koller Auktionen | Mar 2017 |
| 7 | Une grand'maman, 1808 | Pen and black ink and ink wash on paper laid down on paper | $22,680 | Christie's | Nov 2024 |
| 8 | Omnibus, 1808 | Charcoal | $17,000 | Christie's | May 2024 |
| 9 | Omnibus, 1808 | Charcoal | $12,600 | Christie's | Nov 2024 |
| 10 | Une grand'maman, 1808 | Pen and black ink and ink wash on paper laid down on paper | $12,000 | Christie's | May 2024 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 6 | $19,840 |
| Prints | 15 | $117 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 24 | $331 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 84 results from 12 houses · How we compute these figures
DAUMIER, HONORE is a French artist with 105 auction lots recorded since 1999, median price $199. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by DAUMIER, HONORE sold in 2026 for a hammer price of $357 (buyer's premium not included), according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View DAUMIER, HONORE on OpeningBid →What is a DAUMIER, HONORE work worth?
Across 83 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a DAUMIER, HONORE work is $199.
The median DAUMIER, HONORE print sells for $172 across 52 lots.
The median DAUMIER, HONORE work on paper sells for $19,840 across 8 lots.
The median DAUMIER, HONORE painting sells for $2,858 across 7 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) DAUMIER, HONORE prints typically sell for $78–$309 (the middle half of 24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 60 | $172† | $1,880 | 86.7% | 2026-04-24 |
| Paintings | 9 | $2,858† | $691,500 | 77.8% | 2024-05-18 |
| Works on Paper | 9 | $19,840† | $2.2M | 88.9% | 2024-11-20 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $2,854† | $2,854† | — | 2010-05-01 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $403,200 | $2.2M | — | 2024-05-18 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
DAUMIER, HONORE's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (60 lots) median $172 with 86.7% sell-through. Paintings (9 lots) median $2,858, record $691,500. A typical DAUMIER, HONORE painting sells for around 17× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 5 lots) the median is $403,200.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 24 | $78–$309† | $116† | $1,880 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $1,368–$176,400† | $72,466† | $691,500 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $12,450–$233,100† | $19,840† | $2.2M |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $2.2M |
| Paintings | 2017 | $691,500 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $403,200 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $176,400 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2010 | $2,854† |
| Prints & Editions | 2007 | $1,880 |
| Prints & Editions | 2011 | $1,055† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a DAUMIER, HONORE worth?
Across 83 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a DAUMIER, HONORE work is $199. The median DAUMIER, HONORE print sells for $172 across 52 lots. The median DAUMIER, HONORE work on paper sells for $19,840 across 8 lots. The median DAUMIER, HONORE painting sells for $2,858 across 7 lots. Small (under 50 cm) DAUMIER, HONORE prints typically sell for $78–$309 (the middle half of 24 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a DAUMIER, HONORE print?
Based on 52 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a DAUMIER, HONORE print is $172. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is DAUMIER, HONORE's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a DAUMIER, HONORE print is $1,880.
What is the average price of a small DAUMIER, HONORE print?
Based on 24 sold lots, the median auction price of a small DAUMIER, HONORE print (small (under 50 cm)) is $116, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is DAUMIER, HONORE's auction record?
DAUMIER, HONORE's auction record is $2,172,500, set in 2018.
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