Ferdinando Scianna (b. 1943)
What is Ferdinando Scianna’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 47 auction results for Ferdinando Scianna at 6 houses since 2013. Over the last 24 months the median price was $888 including buyer’s premium (middle half $644–$1,290, n=21). The auction record is $3,860 for Marpessa, Modica (2025, Finarte Casa d'Aste). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marpessa, Modica, 1987 | Stampa a getto d'inchiostro, successiva | $3,860 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Jun 2025 |
| 2 | Nudo di profilo, Andalusia, 1994 | Stampa vintage alla gelatina ai sali d'argento | $3,552 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Oct 2021 |
| 3 | Marpessa, Bagheria, 1987 | Stampa successiva alla gelatina ai sali d'argento su carta cotone | $2,743 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Mar 2021 |
| 4 | Tre Castagni, 1963 | Stampa vintage alla gelatina ai sali d'argento | $2,263 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Mar 2022 |
| 5 | Sicilia, Tre Castagni. Festa di Sant'Alfio Cirino e Filadelfio, 1963 | Stampa alla gelatina ai sali d'argento | $2,104 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Oct 2025 |
| 6 | Ritratto a Marpessa, 1987 | Stampa alla gelatina ai sali d'argento | $1,474 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Apr 2026 |
| 7 | Sicile, Bagheria, 1987 | Gelatin silver print | $1,443 | Sotheby's | Nov 2022 |
| 8 | Torino, 1987 | Stampa alla gelatina ai sali d'argento | $1,433 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Oct 2026 |
| 9 | Palermo, Pellegrinaggio a Santa Rosalia, 1962 | Stampa alla gelatina ai sali d'argento | $1,428 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Jan 2026 |
| 10 | Polizzi Generosa, Sicilia, 1964 | Stampa a getto d'inchiostro | $1,371 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Oct 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Photographs | 39 | $1,033 |
| Other | 6 | $612 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 10 | $1,330 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 36 | $762 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 47 results from 6 houses · How we compute these figures
Ferdinando Scianna is an Italian artist with 91 auction lots recorded since 2013, median price $884. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Ferdinando Scianna sold in 2026 for $1,433, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full Ferdinando Scianna record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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Across 47 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ferdinando Scianna work is $884.
The median Ferdinando Scianna photograph sells for $872 across 40 lots.
The median Ferdinando Scianna print sells for $832 across 2 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Ferdinando Scianna photographs typically sell for $644–$1,052 (the middle half of 33 sold 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 | 3 | $832 | $1,371 | 66.7% | 2024-07-24 |
| Photography | 52 | $872 | $3,860 | 76.9% | 2026-05-18 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $3,552 | $3,860 | — | 2025-06-18 |
Price by size
Photography
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 33 | $644–$1,052 | $774 | $3,552 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $881–$2,057 | $1,247 | $3,860 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | 2025 | $3,860 |
| Photography | 2021 | $3,552 |
| Prints & Editions | 2022 | $1,371 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $293 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ferdinando Scianna worth?
Across 47 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ferdinando Scianna work is $884. The median Ferdinando Scianna photograph sells for $872 across 40 lots. The median Ferdinando Scianna print sells for $832 across 2 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Ferdinando Scianna photographs typically sell for $644–$1,052 (the middle half of 33 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Ferdinando Scianna photograph?
Based on 40 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ferdinando Scianna photograph is $872.
What is Ferdinando Scianna's most expensive photograph?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ferdinando Scianna photograph is $3,860.
What is the average price of a small Ferdinando Scianna photograph?
Based on 33 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Ferdinando Scianna photograph (small (under 50 cm)) is $774, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Ferdinando Scianna's auction record?
Ferdinando Scianna's auction record is $3,860, set in 2025.
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