Emilio Cruz (1938–2004)
Emilio Cruz is an American artist with 36 auction lots recorded since 2006, median price $1,375. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Emilio Cruz sold in 2025 for $1,716, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Emilio Cruz on OpeningBid →What is a Emilio Cruz work worth?
Across 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Emilio Cruz work is $1,375.
The median Emilio Cruz work on paper sells for $3,000 across 8 lots.
The median Emilio Cruz painting sells for $6,125 across 6 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 | 7 | $6,125 | $17,500 | 85.7% | 2025-02-11 |
| Works on Paper | 10 | $3,000 | $3,500 | 80% | 2025-01-17 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $2,812–$13,938 | $6,125 | $17,500 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $1,250–$3,125 | $3,000 | $3,500 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2018 | $17,500 |
| Paintings | 2020 | $16,250 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $3,500 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $3,250 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Emilio Cruz worth?
Across 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Emilio Cruz work is $1,375. The median Emilio Cruz work on paper sells for $3,000 across 8 lots. The median Emilio Cruz painting sells for $6,125 across 6 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Emilio Cruz's auction record?
Emilio Cruz's auction record is $17,500, set in 2018.
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