Ernesto Basile (1857–1932)
What is Ernesto Basile’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 10 auction results for Ernesto Basile at 4 houses since 2017. Over the last 24 months the median price was $8,887 including buyer’s premium (middle half $5,913–$14,565, n=9). The auction record is $17,922 for AN ITALIAN ART NOUVEAU CARVED WALNUT AND UPHOLSTERED FIVE-PIECE SALON SUITE (2017, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AN ITALIAN ART NOUVEAU CARVED WALNUT AND UPHOLSTERED FIVE-PIECE SALON SUITE, circa 1900 | Carved walnut and upholstered | $17,922 | Christie's | Jul 2017 |
| 2 | Fauteuil de la série 'Carretto Siciliano', 1857 | Fauteuil | $17,917 | PIASA | Jul 2026 |
| 3 | Paire de chaises de la série 'Carretto Siciliano', 1857 | Pair of chairs | $14,931 | PIASA | Jul 2026 |
| 4 | Pair of adjustable armchairs, from the 'Carretto Siciliano' series, circa 1906 | Oak | $14,565 | Phillips | Nov 2024 |
| 5 | Sofa, from the 'Carretto Siciliano' series, circa 1906 | Oak | $12,137 | Phillips | Nov 2024 |
| 6 | Paire de fauteuils, 1953 | Wool | $8,887 | PIASA | Jun 2026 |
| 7 | Tabouret, 1953 | Wool | $6,665 | PIASA | Jun 2026 |
| 8 | Table, circa 1900 | Painted wooden structure. Wooden top covered in painted parchment | $5,913 | Cambi Casa d'Aste | Jun 2026 |
| 9 | Table, circa 1900 | Painted wooden structure. Wooden top covered in painted parchment | $5,913 | Cambi Casa d'Aste | Jun 2026 |
| 10 | Side table, from the 'Carretto Siciliano' series, circa 1906 | Oak | $5,179 | Phillips | Nov 2024 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 10 | $10,512 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 8 | $7,776 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 10 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Ernesto Basile is an Italian artist with 24 auction lots recorded since 2017, median price $10,512.
A work by Ernesto Basile sold in 2026 for $17,917, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 10 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ernesto Basile work is $10,512.
The median Ernesto Basile sculpture sells for $16,243 across 2 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2 | $16,243 | $17,922 | — | 2024-11-13 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2017 | $17,922 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2024 | $14,565 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ernesto Basile worth?
Across 10 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ernesto Basile work is $10,512. The median Ernesto Basile sculpture sells for $16,243 across 2 lots.
What is Ernesto Basile's auction record?
Ernesto Basile's auction record is $17,922, set in 2017.
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