Eric Grate (1896–1983)
What is Eric Grate’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 90 auction results for Eric Grate at 5 houses since 1993. Over the last 24 months the median price was $5,162 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,436–$16,509, n=11). The auction record is $49,458 for Amasonpistill (2024, Bukowskis). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amasonpistill, 1931 | Brons | $49,458 | Bukowskis | Nov 2024 |
| 2 | Dansande fetisch, 1953 | Brons | $42,324 | Bukowskis | May 2025 |
| 3 | Amasonpistill | Brons | $38,715 | Bukowskis | Nov 2018 |
| 4 | Vandraren | Bronze | $24,000 | Bukowskis | Apr 1994 |
| 5 | Dansande fetisch, 1953 | Brons | $17,081 | Bukowskis | Nov 2017 |
| 6 | Fågeldemonen, circa 1946 | Brons | $17,016 | Bukowskis | May 2026 |
| 7 | Utan titel | Brons | $16,001 | Bukowskis | May 2025 |
| 8 | Faun och Nymf | Bronze | $15,500 | Bukowskis | Apr 1994 |
| 9 | Esox Flamma II | Brons | $9,631 | Bukowskis | Oct 2016 |
| 10 | Entomologiskt kvinnorov, 1931 | Brons | $7,643 | Bukowskis | Dec 2016 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 24 | $5,581 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 12 | $8,509 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $2,552 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 90 results from 5 houses · How we compute these figures
Eric Grate is a Swedish artist with 123 auction lots recorded since 1993, median price $3,743. 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 Eric Grate sold in 2026 for $17,016, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Eric Grate on OpeningBid →What is a Eric Grate work worth?
Across 90 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Eric Grate work is $3,743.
The median Eric Grate sculpture sells for $5,162 across 78 lots.
The median Eric Grate work on paper sells for $131 across 4 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Eric Grate sculptures typically sell for $1,316–$5,962 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 4 | $131‡ | $138‡ | — | 2024-11-26 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 92 | $5,162‡ | $49,458 | 84.8% | 2026-05-20 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $42,324 | $49,458 | — | 2025-05-20 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 28 | $1,316–$5,962‡ | $3,233‡ | $28,250‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 16 | $4,194–$19,441‡ | $8,509‡ | $49,458 |
‡ 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 | 2024 | $49,458 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $42,324 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $138‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $138‡ |
‡ 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 Eric Grate worth?
Across 90 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Eric Grate work is $3,743. The median Eric Grate sculpture sells for $5,162 across 78 lots. The median Eric Grate work on paper sells for $131 across 4 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Eric Grate sculptures typically sell for $1,316–$5,962 (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 Eric Grate sculpture?
Based on 78 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Eric Grate sculpture is $5,162. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Eric Grate's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Eric Grate sculpture is $49,458.
What is the average price of a small Eric Grate sculpture?
Based on 28 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Eric Grate sculpture (small (under 50 cm)) is $3,233, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a medium Eric Grate sculpture?
Based on 16 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Eric Grate sculpture (medium (50–120 cm)) is $8,509, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Eric Grate's auction record?
Eric Grate's auction record is $49,458, set in 2024.
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