Elias Sime (b. 1968)
Elias Sime is an Ethiopian artist with 12 auction lots recorded since 2020, median price $46,276. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Elias Sime sold in 2026 for a hammer price of $50,000 (buyer's premium not included), according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Elias Sime on OpeningBid →What is a Elias Sime work worth?
Across 8 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Elias Sime work is $46,276.
The median Elias Sime painting sells for $36,879 across 3 lots.
The median Elias Sime sculpture sells for $134,749 across 1 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 | 4 | $36,879 | $42,552 | 75% | 2022-10-13 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $134,749 | $134,749 | — | 2022-10-13 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2022 | $134,749 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $42,552 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $36,879 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Elias Sime worth?
Across 8 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Elias Sime work is $46,276. The median Elias Sime painting sells for $36,879 across 3 lots. The median Elias Sime sculpture sells for $134,749 across 1 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Elias Sime's auction record?
Elias Sime's auction record is $190,718, set in 2021.
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