H. C. Westermann (1922–1981)
What is H. C. Westermann’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 60 auction results for H. C. Westermann at 9 houses since 2000. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,413 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,143–$8,890, n=13). The auction record is $197,957 for ROSEBUD (2016, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ROSEBUD, 1963 | Box construction--Douglas fir, wood stain, plate-glass mirror, brass, ink and rubber bumpers | $197,957 | Christie's | May 2016 |
| 2 | Defoliated, 1967 | Ink | $107,100 | Christie's | Nov 2024 |
| 3 | Death Ship U.S.S. Franklin Arising from an Oil Slick Sea, 1976 | Death Ship U.S.S. Franklin Arising from an Oil Slick Sea | $106,250 | Christie's | Nov 2014 |
| 4 | Defoliated | Wood, rope, mirror, nail and copper construction | $60,000 | Sotheby's | Nov 2016 |
| 5 | Soldier, 1976 | Assemblage | $42,000 | Christie's | Nov 2008 |
| 6 | Dust Pan, 1975 | Stainless steel | $28,750 | Rago Arts | May 2021 |
| 7 | Billy Al 67X, 1970 | Cartridge brass | $25,400 | Christie's | Sep 2025 |
| 8 | The Big Leaguer (Untitled (for Richard Fraenkel)), 1977 | Sculpture | $21,420 | Wright | Jun 2024 |
| 9 | Collection of correspondence with Herbert Walter Pannier, 1964 | Ink | $20,160 | Wright | Oct 2024 |
| 10 | Blue Roses | Watercolor and ink on paper | $20,000 | Sotheby's | Mar 2016 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 11 | $20,000 |
| Works on paper | 22 | $6,728 |
| Prints | 23 | $2,413 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 25 | $7,205 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 31 | $3,250 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 60 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
H. C. Westermann is an American artist with 63 auction lots recorded since 2000, median price $4,438. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by H. C. Westermann sold in 2025 for $8,890, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full H. C. Westermann record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View H. C. Westermann on OpeningBid →What is a H. C. Westermann work worth?
Across 60 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a H. C. Westermann work is $4,438.
The median H. C. Westermann print sells for $2,394 across 24 lots.
The median H. C. Westermann work on paper sells for $8,190 across 23 lots.
The median H. C. Westermann sculpture sells for $21,420 across 5 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) H. C. Westermann prints typically sell for $1,239–$3,916 (the middle half of 23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 24 | $2,394 | $7,200 | — | 2026-02-27 |
| Works on Paper | 23 | $8,190† | $197,957 | — | 2025-12-11 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 5 | $21,420 | $106,250 | — | 2026-03-05 |
| Photography | 1 | $950 | $950 | — | 2024-06-06 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $107,100 | $197,957 | — | 2024-11-22 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 23 | $1,239–$3,916 | $2,413 | $7,200 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 18 | $3,906–$11,132† | $6,250† | $20,160 |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2016 | $197,957 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $107,100 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2014 | $106,250 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2021 | $28,750 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $7,200 |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $5,292 |
| Photography | 2024 | $950 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a H. C. Westermann worth?
Across 60 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a H. C. Westermann work is $4,438. The median H. C. Westermann print sells for $2,394 across 24 lots. The median H. C. Westermann work on paper sells for $8,190 across 23 lots. The median H. C. Westermann sculpture sells for $21,420 across 5 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) H. C. Westermann prints typically sell for $1,239–$3,916 (the middle half of 23 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a H. C. Westermann print?
Based on 24 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a H. C. Westermann print is $2,394.
What is H. C. Westermann's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a H. C. Westermann print is $7,200.
What is the average price of a H. C. Westermann work on paper?
Based on 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a H. C. Westermann work on paper is $8,190. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is H. C. Westermann's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a H. C. Westermann work on paper is $197,957.
What is the average price of a medium H. C. Westermann print?
Based on 23 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium H. C. Westermann print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,413, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a small H. C. Westermann work on paper?
Based on 18 sold lots, the median auction price of a small H. C. Westermann work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $6,250, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is H. C. Westermann's auction record?
H. C. Westermann's auction record is $197,957, set in 2016.
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