Elvire Jan (1904–1996)
What is Elvire Jan’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 41 auction results for Elvire Jan at 10 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,384 including buyer’s premium (middle half $892–$1,817, n=6). The auction record is $11,017 for ENSEMBLE DE 6 OEUVRES - 1953-60 (2021, Artcurial). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ENSEMBLE DE 6 OEUVRES - 1953-60, 1953 | Set of works | $11,017 | Artcurial | Dec 2021 |
| 2 | SANS TITRE, 1964 | Signée et datée " | $7,793 | Artcurial | Apr 2008 |
| 3 | Sainte Imelda, 1949 | Signé et daté en bas à gauche "Elvire Jan | $5,109 | Artcurial | Mar 2022 |
| 4 | Composition en rouge et bleu, 1953 | Oil on canvas | $4,285 | Uppsala Auktionskammare | Dec 2007 |
| 5 | Ensemble de quatre oeuvres, 1961 | Set of four works | $4,279 | Artcurial | Jun 2024 |
| 6 | Composition, 1951 | Huile sur toile | $4,193 | Ader | Nov 2025 |
| 7 | COMPOSITION, 1959 | Huile sur toile | $4,017 | Artcurial | Oct 2012 |
| 8 | Untitled, 1956 | Huile sur toile | $3,916 | Artcurial | Oct 2018 |
| 9 | Composition, 1958 | Huile sur toile | $3,481 | Ader | Sep 2024 |
| 10 | Composition, 1955 | Huile sur carton contrecollé sur panneau | $2,194 | Ader | May 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 14 | $2,078 |
| Other | 9 | $1,133 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 7 | $1,481 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 13 | $1,206 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 41 results from 10 houses · How we compute these figures
Elvire Jan is a Bulgar artist with 54 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $1,629. 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 Elvire Jan sold in 2025 for $4,193, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Elvire Jan on OpeningBid →What is a Elvire Jan work worth?
Across 41 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Elvire Jan work is $1,629.
The median Elvire Jan painting sells for $2,234 across 26 lots.
The median Elvire Jan work on paper sells for $761 across 9 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 | 29 | $2,234†‡ | $5,522‡ | 89.7% | 2026-05-27 |
| Works on Paper | 10 | $761†‡ | $1,133 | 90% | 2026-02-25 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $7,793‡ | $11,017 | — | 2021-12-08 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $1,370–$4,015†‡ | $1,779†‡ | $4,285 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 12 | $1,701–$2,962†‡ | $2,078†‡ | $5,522‡ |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $411–$769† | $733† | $849 |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2020 | $5,522‡ |
| Paintings | 2022 | $5,109 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $1,133 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $1,082‡ |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Elvire Jan worth?
Across 41 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Elvire Jan work is $1,629. The median Elvire Jan painting sells for $2,234 across 26 lots. The median Elvire Jan work on paper sells for $761 across 9 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 Elvire Jan painting?
Based on 26 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Elvire Jan painting is $2,234. 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 Elvire Jan's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Elvire Jan painting is $5,522. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a medium Elvire Jan painting?
Based on 12 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Elvire Jan painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,078, 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 Elvire Jan painting?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Elvire Jan painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,779, 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 Elvire Jan's auction record?
Elvire Jan's auction record is $11,017, set in 2021.
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