Dieter Rams (b. 1932)
What is Dieter Rams’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 167 auction results for Dieter Rams at 22 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,084 including buyer’s premium (middle half $428–$3,521, n=34). The auction record is $25,270 for Hi-Fi Wall Unit stereo system (2026, Wright). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hi-Fi Wall Unit stereo system, 1964 | Plastic, aluminum, steel | $25,270 | Wright | Jun 2026 |
| 2 | Hi-Fi Wall Unit stereo system, 1964 | Aluminum | $23,760 | Wright | Jan 2025 |
| 3 | Stereo, 1962 | Stereo | $13,750 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Jun 2011 |
| 4 | LE 1 electrostatic loudspeakers, pair, 1959 | Aluminum | $12,700 | Wright | Jan 2025 |
| 5 | 606 Universal Shelving System, 1960 | Shelving system | $8,820 | Wright | Apr 2022 |
| 6 | First generation 620 sofa, 1962 | Fiberglass | $8,450 | Wright | Jul 2018 |
| 7 | 606 Universal Shelving System, 1960 | Aluminum | $7,620 | Wright | Nov 2025 |
| 8 | First generation 620 sofa, 1962 | Fiberglass | $7,500 | Wright | Jul 2018 |
| 9 | settee, model 620, 1960 | Fiberglass | $5,625 | Wright | Mar 2016 |
| 10 | Shelving System for Vitsoe (2 Bays) | Enameled steel, aluminum, lacquered wood | $5,504 | Capsule Gallery Auction | Sep 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 119 | $1,080 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 22 | $3,069 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 35 | $1,560 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 51 | $438 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 167 results from 22 houses · How we compute these figures
Dieter Rams is a German artist with 232 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $985. 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 Dieter Rams sold in 2026 for $1,653, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Dieter Rams on OpeningBid →What is a Dieter Rams work worth?
Across 160 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Dieter Rams work is $985.
The median Dieter Rams sculpture sells for $938 across 33 lots.
The median Dieter Rams painting sells for $282 across 3 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Dieter Rams sculptures typically sell for $282–$844 (the middle half of 20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 3 | $282 | $1,500 | — | 2018-07-12 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 34 | $938 | $23,760 | 97.1% | 2026-03-04 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 9 | $8,820 | $25,270 | — | 2026-06-04 |
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 20 | $282–$844 | $438 | $1,750 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $1,882–$3,400 | $2,080 | $12,700 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $1,528–$6,471 | $2,772 | $23,760 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $23,760 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $12,700 |
| Paintings | 2016 | $1,500 |
| Paintings | 2014 | $282 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Dieter Rams worth?
Across 160 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Dieter Rams work is $985. The median Dieter Rams sculpture sells for $938 across 33 lots. The median Dieter Rams painting sells for $282 across 3 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Dieter Rams sculptures typically sell for $282–$844 (the middle half of 20 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 Dieter Rams sculpture?
Based on 33 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Dieter Rams sculpture is $938.
What is Dieter Rams's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Dieter Rams sculpture is $23,760.
What is the average price of a small Dieter Rams sculpture?
Based on 20 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Dieter Rams sculpture (small (under 50 cm)) is $438, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Dieter Rams's auction record?
Dieter Rams's auction record is $25,270, set in 2026.
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