Ernst Paar (1906–1986)
What is Ernst Paar’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 40 auction results for Ernst Paar at 3 houses since 2014. Over the last 24 months the median price was $114 including buyer’s premium (middle half $68–$171, n=28). The auction record is $11,817 for Tanzendes Paar (2017, Karl & Faber). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tanzendes Paar, 1911 | Bleistift auf glattem Velin | $11,817 | Karl & Faber | Dec 2017 |
| 2 | Lady in a green armchair, 1935 | Öl/Leinwand 100,4 x 75,5 cm | $5,566 | Widder Auktionen | Nov 2024 |
| 3 | Still life with blue cat's head, oil on paper, 1906 | — | $2,520 | Dorotheum | Dec 2016 |
| 4 | View of the Große Mohrengasse, 1972 | Aquarell/Papier 31,5 x 48 cm | $348 | Widder Auktionen | Mar 2026 |
| 5 | Alien | Aquarell und Tusche/Papier 45 x 29,1 cm | $316 | Widder Auktionen | Nov 2024 |
| 6 | Masquerade, 1938 | Tusche/Papier 34 x 43 cm | $232 | Widder Auktionen | Mar 2026 |
| 7 | Village with church, 1936 | Gouache/Papier, 29 x 45 cm | $218 | Widder Auktionen | May 2024 |
| 8 | Spring, 1942 | Aquarell/Papier 37,5 x 58,5 cm | $174 | Widder Auktionen | Mar 2026 |
| 9 | Still life with a cat | Siebdruck/Papier 32 x 58 cm | $174 | Widder Auktionen | Mar 2026 |
| 10 | Weinberg, 1971 | Bleistift/Papier 30 x 40,5 cm | $174 | Widder Auktionen | Mar 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 25 | $114 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 26 | $114 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 40 results from 3 houses · How we compute these figures
Ernst Paar is an Austrian artist with 68 auction lots recorded since 2013, median price $170. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Ernst Paar sold in 2026 for $170, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 39 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ernst Paar work is $170.
The median Ernst Paar work on paper sells for $145 across 12 lots.
The median Ernst Paar painting sells for $2,892 across 2 lots.
The median Ernst Paar print sells for $174 across 2 lots.
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2 | $174 | $174 | — | 2026-03-25 |
| Paintings | 2 | $2,892 | $5,566 | — | 2024-11-28 |
| Works on Paper | 12 | $145 | $11,817 | — | 2026-03-25 |
Ernst Paar's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (2 lots) median $174. Paintings (2 lots) median $2,892, record $5,566. A typical Ernst Paar painting sells for around 17× the price of a typical print.
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $81–$274 | $116 | $11,817 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $11,817 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $5,566 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $348 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $218 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $174 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ernst Paar worth?
Across 39 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ernst Paar work is $170. The median Ernst Paar work on paper sells for $145 across 12 lots. The median Ernst Paar painting sells for $2,892 across 2 lots. The median Ernst Paar print sells for $174 across 2 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Ernst Paar work on paper?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ernst Paar work on paper is $145.
What is Ernst Paar's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ernst Paar work on paper is $11,817.
What is the average price of a small Ernst Paar work on paper?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Ernst Paar work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $116, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Ernst Paar's auction record?
Ernst Paar's auction record is $17,164, set in 2014. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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