Erich Schmid (1908–1984)
What is Erich Schmid’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 31 auction results for Erich Schmid at 3 houses since 2013. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,040 including buyer’s premium (middle half $794–$1,245, n=6). The auction record is $6,879 for La Ville (2014, De Baecque et Associés). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | La Ville, 1964 | Huile sur toile | $6,879 | De Baecque et Associés | Dec 2014 |
| 2 | Manifestation, 1962 | Manifestation Huile sur toile, signée en bas à gauche et datée 62 H.60 L.73 cm | $6,879 | De Baecque et Associés | Dec 2014 |
| 3 | Female nude watching the night, 1973 | Oil on canvas | $4,060 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Jun 2015 |
| 4 | La Ville, 1962 | Huile sur toile | $3,973 | De Baecque et Associés | Apr 2014 |
| 5 | La Garde républicaine, circa 1960 | Huile sur toile, signée et datée en bas à gauche | $3,772 | De Baecque et Associés | Nov 2021 |
| 6 | La rue, 1982 | Huile sur toile | $3,307 | De Baecque et Associés | Jun 2015 |
| 7 | Gare de Lyon in Paris, 1967 | Oil on canvas | $3,007 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Jun 2015 |
| 8 | Kirche, 1962 | Oil/canvas | $2,930 | Widder Auktionen | Nov 2022 |
| 9 | La Cathédrale, 1964 | Huile sur toile, signée et datée en haut à droite et titrée au dos | $2,710 | De Baecque et Associés | Mar 2019 |
| 10 | Bouquet de fleurs, pipe et cartes à jouer, 1949 | Huile sur panneau | $2,210 | De Baecque et Associés | Dec 2014 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 22 | $1,551 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 20 | $1,551 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $321 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 31 results from 3 houses · How we compute these figures
Erich Schmid is an Austrian-French artist with 51 auction lots recorded since 2013, median price $1,510. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Erich Schmid sold in 2023 for $1,515, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Erich Schmid on OpeningBid →What is a Erich Schmid work worth?
Across 31 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Erich Schmid work is $1,510.
The median Erich Schmid painting sells for $1,551 across 22 lots.
The median Erich Schmid work on paper sells for $285 across 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Paintings | 23 | $1,551 | $6,879 | 95.7% | 2026-03-20 |
| Works on Paper | 4 | $285 | $356 | 75% | 2024-10-12 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 19 | $1,302–$3,157 | $1,587 | $6,879 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2014 | $6,879 |
| Paintings | 2014 | $6,879 |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $356 |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $285 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Erich Schmid worth?
Across 31 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Erich Schmid work is $1,510. The median Erich Schmid painting sells for $1,551 across 22 lots. The median Erich Schmid work on paper sells for $285 across 3 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Erich Schmid painting?
Based on 22 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Erich Schmid painting is $1,551.
What is Erich Schmid's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Erich Schmid painting is $6,879.
What is the average price of a medium Erich Schmid painting?
Based on 19 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Erich Schmid painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,587, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Erich Schmid's auction record?
Erich Schmid's auction record is $6,879, set in 2014.
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