Felipe Castaneda (b. 1933)
What is Felipe Castaneda’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 40 auction results for Felipe Castaneda at 6 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,295 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,403–$3,188, n=6). The auction record is $15,860 for Plenitud (2009, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plenitud, 1933 | Black marble | $15,860 | Bonhams | Nov 2009 |
| 2 | Mujer de pie, 1933 | Onyx | $14,640 | Bonhams | May 2011 |
| 3 | Meditation, 1976 | Semi-polished white onyx | $13,200 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Jun 2007 |
| 4 | Fertility, 1979 | Marble | $11,250 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Oct 2012 |
| 5 | Untitled (patinated bronze sculpture), 1983 | Bronze | $10,313 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Oct 2015 |
| 6 | Untitled (patinated bronze sculpture), 1980 | Bronze | $9,375 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Oct 2015 |
| 7 | Contemplation, 1976 | Marble | $9,000 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Jun 2007 |
| 8 | Untitled (patinated bronze), 1983 | Bronze | $8,750 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Sep 2018 |
| 9 | La Siesta, 1976 | Marble | $8,640 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Jun 2007 |
| 10 | Untitled (patinated bronze sculpture), 1983 | Bronze | $8,190 | Rago Arts | May 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 37 | $4,000 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 12 | $4,353 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 21 | $3,188 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 40 results from 6 houses · How we compute these figures
Felipe Castaneda is a Mexican artist with 57 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $3,904. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Felipe Castaneda sold in 2023 for $5,376, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 39 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Felipe Castaneda work is $3,904.
The median Felipe Castaneda sculpture sells for $3,904 across 39 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Felipe Castaneda sculptures typically sell for $2,008–$6,834 (the middle half of 22 sold 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 3 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Sculpture & Installation | 51 | $3,904† | $15,860 | 76.5% | 2026-03-12 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 22 | $2,008–$6,834† | $3,188† | $15,860 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 13 | $2,838–$8,750† | $3,825† | $14,640 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2009 | $15,860 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2011 | $14,640 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Felipe Castaneda worth?
Across 39 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Felipe Castaneda work is $3,904. The median Felipe Castaneda sculpture sells for $3,904 across 39 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Felipe Castaneda sculptures typically sell for $2,008–$6,834 (the middle half of 22 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Felipe Castaneda sculpture?
Based on 39 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Felipe Castaneda sculpture is $3,904. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Felipe Castaneda's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Felipe Castaneda sculpture is $15,860.
What is the average price of a small Felipe Castaneda sculpture?
Based on 22 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Felipe Castaneda sculpture (small (under 50 cm)) is $3,188, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a medium Felipe Castaneda sculpture?
Based on 13 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Felipe Castaneda sculpture (medium (50–120 cm)) is $3,825, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Felipe Castaneda's auction record?
Felipe Castaneda's auction record is $15,860, set in 2009.
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