Francisco 'Chico' da Silva (1910–1985)
What is Francisco 'Chico' da Silva’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 20 auction results for Francisco 'Chico' da Silva at 7 houses since 2008. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,630 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,121–$3,773, n=14). The auction record is $37,800 for Untitled (oil on canvas) (2024, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1973 | Oil paint | $37,800 | Christie's | May 2024 |
| 2 | Bichos (Animals), 1966 | Tempera on paper | $32,760 | Christie's | Nov 2008 |
| 3 | Untitled (gouache on paper laid on cardboard), 1964 | Gouache | $32,760 | Christie's | Mar 2024 |
| 4 | Rooster, 1978 | Gouache | $30,480 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Apr 2025 |
| 5 | Untitled (gouache on canvas), 1976 | Gouache | $19,000 | Christie's | Oct 2024 |
| 6 | Snake and Fantastic Bird, 1967 | Watercolour and gouache | $10,839 | Sworders | Oct 2026 |
| 7 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1971 | Painting | $7,560 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Oct 2024 |
| 8 | Untitled (gouache and tempera on canvas), 1973 | Gouache | $6,350 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Nov 2025 |
| 9 | Figure aquatique, fond jaune, 1974 | Tempera sur toile libre | $4,058 | Pierre Bergé & Associés | Jun 2026 |
| 10 | Pássaro Fantástico, 1910 | Gouache | $2,918 | Sworders | Dec 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 17 | $2,404 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 15 | $2,918 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 20 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
Francisco 'Chico' da Silva is a Brazilian artist with 24 auction lots recorded since 2008, median price $2,918.
A work by Francisco 'Chico' da Silva sold in 2026 for $10,839, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Francisco 'Chico' da Silva work is $2,918.
The median Francisco 'Chico' da Silva painting sells for $2,661 across 17 lots.
The median Francisco 'Chico' da Silva work on paper sells for $10,839 across 3 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 18 | $2,661 | $37,800 | 94.4% | 2026-10-07 |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $10,839 | $32,760 | — | 2026-10-07 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 13 | $1,398–$6,350 | $2,404 | $32,760 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2024 | $37,800 |
| Paintings | 2008 | $32,760 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $32,760 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $10,839 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Francisco 'Chico' da Silva worth?
Across 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Francisco 'Chico' da Silva work is $2,918. The median Francisco 'Chico' da Silva painting sells for $2,661 across 17 lots. The median Francisco 'Chico' da Silva work on paper sells for $10,839 across 3 lots.
What is the average price of a Francisco 'Chico' da Silva painting?
Based on 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Francisco 'Chico' da Silva painting is $2,661.
What is Francisco 'Chico' da Silva's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Francisco 'Chico' da Silva painting is $37,800.
What is the average price of a medium Francisco 'Chico' da Silva painting?
Based on 13 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Francisco 'Chico' da Silva painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,404, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Francisco 'Chico' da Silva's auction record?
Francisco 'Chico' da Silva's auction record is $37,800, set in 2024.
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