Elie Nadelman (1882–1946)
What is Elie Nadelman’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 103 auction results for Elie Nadelman at 18 houses since 1994. Over the last 24 months the median price was $3,840 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,862–$6,985, n=13). The auction record is $1,016,000 for Chanteuse (2023, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chanteuse, 1925 | Carved and painted cherry wood with metal coil | $1,016,000 | Sotheby's | May 2023 |
| 2 | Resting Stag, 1916 | Bronze | $630,000 | Christie's | May 2022 |
| 3 | Resting Stag, 1916 | Bronze | $629,000 | Christie's | May 2015 |
| 4 | Seated Woman with Raised Arm (Circus Woman), 1965 | Bronze | $300,000 | Christie's | May 2018 |
| 5 | Acrobat, 1885 | Bronze | $298,700 | Christie's | Dec 2004 |
| 6 | Standing Buck, 1915 | Bronze | $252,000 | Sotheby's | May 2022 |
| 7 | Tango, 1974 | Bronze with goldish-brown patina | $250,000 | Christie's | Oct 2020 |
| 8 | Early Ideal Head (La Mysterieuse), 1916 | Marble | $230,500 | Christie's | Dec 2010 |
| 9 | Duck, 1927 | Marble | $218,500 | Christie's | May 2010 |
| 10 | Seated Circus Lady, 1882 | 'Seated Circus Lady', A Bronze Figure | $178,500 | Christie's | Nov 1999 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 44 | $29,100 |
| Other | 9 | $5,400 |
| Works on paper | 26 | $2,525 |
| Prints | 15 | $1,440 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 7 | $250,000 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 73 | $3,500 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 103 results from 18 houses · How we compute these figures
Elie Nadelman is an American artist with 134 auction lots recorded since 1994, median price $5,250. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Elie Nadelman sold in 2026 for $5,850, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 99 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Elie Nadelman work is $5,250.
The median Elie Nadelman sculpture sells for $34,440 across 42 lots.
The median Elie Nadelman work on paper sells for $2,250 across 29 lots.
The median Elie Nadelman print sells for $1,862 across 17 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Elie Nadelman sculptures typically sell for $3,367–$85,750 (the middle half of 31 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Elie Nadelman work on papers typically sell for $1,212–$3,880 (the middle half of 28 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 22 | $1,862 | $22,500 | 77.3% | 2026-05-28 |
| Works on Paper | 31 | $2,250† | $15,120 | 93.5% | 2026-05-28 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 47 | $34,440†‡ | $1M | 89.4% | 2026-10-09 |
| Photography | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 13 | $252,000† | $1M | — | 2023-05-16 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 15 | $1,312–$3,375 | $1,440 | $22,500 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 28 | $1,212–$3,880† | $2,250† | $8,260 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 31 | $3,367–$85,750†‡ | $13,750†‡ | $630,000 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $250,000–$300,000† | $252,000† | $1M |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 | 2023 | $1M |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2022 | $630,000 |
| Prints & Editions | 2019 | $22,500 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $15,120 |
| Works on Paper | 2003 | $8,260 |
| Prints & Editions | 2002 | $5,400 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Elie Nadelman worth?
Across 99 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Elie Nadelman work is $5,250. The median Elie Nadelman sculpture sells for $34,440 across 42 lots. The median Elie Nadelman work on paper sells for $2,250 across 29 lots. The median Elie Nadelman print sells for $1,862 across 17 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Elie Nadelman sculptures typically sell for $3,367–$85,750 (the middle half of 31 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Elie Nadelman work on papers typically sell for $1,212–$3,880 (the middle half of 28 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 Elie Nadelman sculpture?
Based on 42 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Elie Nadelman sculpture is $34,440. 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 Elie Nadelman's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Elie Nadelman sculpture is $1,016,000.
What is the average price of a Elie Nadelman work on paper?
Based on 29 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Elie Nadelman work on paper is $2,250. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Elie Nadelman's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Elie Nadelman work on paper is $15,120.
What is the average price of a Elie Nadelman print?
Based on 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Elie Nadelman print is $1,862.
What is Elie Nadelman's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Elie Nadelman print is $22,500.
What is the average price of a small Elie Nadelman sculpture?
Based on 31 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Elie Nadelman sculpture (small (under 50 cm)) is $13,750, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. 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 small Elie Nadelman work on paper?
Based on 28 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Elie Nadelman work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $2,250, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Elie Nadelman's auction record?
Elie Nadelman's auction record is $1,016,000, set in 2023.
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