Hans Bischoffshausen (1927–1987)
What is Hans Bischoffshausen’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 268 auction results for Hans Bischoffshausen at 9 houses since 2010. Over the last 24 months the median price was $13,329 including buyer’s premium (middle half $6,762–$21,667, n=8). The auction record is $150,371 for Dissolution d'un Champ D'Energie (2016, im Kinsky Auktionshaus). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dissolution d'un Champ D'Energie, 1960/61 | Putty on plate of synthetic resin; framed | $150,371 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Jun 2016 |
| 2 | Champ d'Energie, 1961 | Putty on plate of synthetic resin; framed | $146,583 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Jun 2017 |
| 3 | Materialschlacht I, 1957 | Oil, varnish, asphalt, ash on hardboard; framed | $135,334 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Nov 2016 |
| 4 | Kreuzblume, 1960 | Mixed media on canvas; framed | $134,491 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Dec 2018 |
| 5 | Geburt, 1974 | Grey lacquer on hardboard, perforated, burned; unframed | $105,260 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Jun 2019 |
| 6 | Untitled (mixed media on board), 1950s | Mixed media on board; unframed | $94,155 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Mar 2022 |
| 7 | "Das schöne Haus" (The Beautiful House), 1955 | Oil and putty on canvas on hardboard; framed | $82,547 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Jun 2016 |
| 8 | "Erhellung der Magie" (Illumination of Magic), 1959 | PVC on partial grounded jute, perforated; framed | $82,547 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Jun 2016 |
| 9 | Champs de l'Energie, 1961 | Oil, cement on wood; framed | $67,731 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Jun 2018 |
| 10 | Himmel 9, 1956 | Oil, asphalt on plywood; unframed | $67,667 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Dec 2019 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 38 | $31,763 |
| Other | 56 | $7,138 |
| Sculpture | 9 | $5,689 |
| Works on paper | 35 | $4,435 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 58 | $23,694 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 63 | $5,689 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 268 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Hans Bischoffshausen is an Austrian artist with 217 auction lots recorded since 2010, median price $7,519. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Hans Bischoffshausen sold in 2026 for $24,059, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 177 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Hans Bischoffshausen work is $7,519.
The median Hans Bischoffshausen work on paper sells for $4,135 across 26 lots.
The median Hans Bischoffshausen painting sells for $29,377 across 19 lots.
The median Hans Bischoffshausen sculpture sells for $5,263 across 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 19 | $29,377 | $135,334 | — | 2026-06-04 |
| Works on Paper | 26 | $4,135‡ | $21,186 | — | 2026-06-04 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 5 | $5,263 | $7,519 | — | 2024-04-05 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 14 | $86,053‡ | $150,371 | — | 2022-03-09 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 12 | $19,092–$50,863 | $32,716 | $135,334 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 18 | $2,164–$5,714‡ | $4,060‡ | $21,186 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 8 | $3,007–$11,466 | $4,135 | $14,285 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2016 | $135,334 |
| Paintings | 2018 | $67,731 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $21,186 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $14,285 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2021 | $7,519 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2016 | $6,767 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Hans Bischoffshausen worth?
Across 177 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Hans Bischoffshausen work is $7,519. The median Hans Bischoffshausen work on paper sells for $4,135 across 26 lots. The median Hans Bischoffshausen painting sells for $29,377 across 19 lots. The median Hans Bischoffshausen sculpture sells for $5,263 across 5 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Hans Bischoffshausen work on paper?
Based on 26 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Hans Bischoffshausen work on paper is $4,135. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Hans Bischoffshausen's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Hans Bischoffshausen work on paper is $21,186.
What is the average price of a Hans Bischoffshausen painting?
Based on 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Hans Bischoffshausen painting is $29,377.
What is Hans Bischoffshausen's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Hans Bischoffshausen painting is $135,334.
What is the average price of a small Hans Bischoffshausen work on paper?
Based on 18 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Hans Bischoffshausen work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $4,060, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a medium Hans Bischoffshausen painting?
Based on 12 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Hans Bischoffshausen painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $32,716, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Hans Bischoffshausen's auction record?
Hans Bischoffshausen's auction record is $150,371, set in 2016.
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