Ernst (b. 1907)
Ernst is a Canadian artist with 44 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $236.
A work by Ernst sold in 2025 for $301, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Ernst on OpeningBid →What is a Ernst work worth?
Across 40 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ernst work is $236.
The median Ernst print sells for $296 across 33 lots.
The median Ernst painting sells for $231 across 6 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 35 | $296 | $2,250 | 94.3% | 2025-08-21 |
| Paintings | 6 | $231 | $301 | — | 2025-11-06 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | — | — | — | 2011-04-07 |
Ernst's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (35 lots) median $296 with 94.3% sell-through. Paintings (6 lots) median $231, record $301.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $119–$171 | $119 | $420 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $2,250 |
| Prints & Editions | 2019 | $1,625 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $301 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $161 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ernst worth?
Across 40 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ernst work is $236. The median Ernst print sells for $296 across 33 lots. The median Ernst painting sells for $231 across 6 lots.
What is the average price of a Ernst print?
Based on 33 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ernst print is $296.
What is Ernst's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ernst print is $2,250.
What is Ernst's auction record?
Ernst's auction record is $2,250, set in 2024.
See the full Ernst record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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