> Source: https://www.openingbid.art/artist/hans-hopfer · updated 2026-11-02

# Hans Hopfer (1931–2009)

## What is Hans Hopfer’s work worth? {#value}

As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 21 auction results for Hans Hopfer at 10 houses since 2013. Over the last 24 months the median price was $8,166 including buyer’s premium (middle half $5,394–$12,237, n=7). The auction record is $18,922 for Mah Jong modular sofa (2023, Chiswick Auctions). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.

**Top auction records: paintings, drawings & sculpture**

| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mah Jong modular sofa | Upholstered in different vibrant fabrics | $18,922 | Chiswick Auctions | Aug 2023 |
| 2 | Mah Jong Sofa System, 1971 | Photograph | $17,850 | Bonhams | Jul 2025 |
| 3 | Mah Jong modular sofa (6), 1999 | Iron | $13,125 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Oct 2013 |
| 4 | Mah Jong modular sofa, 1971 | Modular sofa | $12,500 | Wright | Oct 2022 |
| 5 | MAH JONG MODULAR SOFA, DESIGNED 1971 | <p>each seat cushion upholstered</p> | $12,262 | Lyon & Turnbull | May 2025 |
| 6 | Croissant, 1980s | Fully upholstered corner sofa in blue fabric | $12,212 | Bukowskis | Oct 2026 |
| 7 | Mah Jong modular sofa, 1971 | Modular sofa | $11,340 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Jul 2023 |
| 8 | Modular sofa, 1971 | Sofa | $9,030 | Wright | Jun 2023 |
| 9 | Mah Jong Modular Sofa, 1971 | Upholstery | $8,166 | Chiswick Auctions | Apr 2026 |
| 10 | Mah Jong, 1971 | Velvet upholstery | $5,708 | Ader | Mar 2026 |


**Median price by medium (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 11 | $11,340 |

**Median price by size (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $12,381 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 5 | $9,030 |

Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 21 results from 10 houses · [How we compute these figures](https://www.openingbid.art/methodology/price-data)


Hans Hopfer is a German artist with 24 auction lots recorded since 2013, median price $8,598. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.

A work by Hans Hopfer sold in 2026 for $12,212, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

## What is a Hans Hopfer work worth?

Across 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Hans Hopfer work is $8,598.

The median Hans Hopfer photograph sells for $17,850 across 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photography | 1 | $17,850 | $17,850 | — | 2025-07-30 |

## Notable results

| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | 2025 | $17,850 |

The highest recorded result in each medium. The full sale history is in the OpeningBid app (free sign-up).

## Frequently asked questions

### What is a Hans Hopfer worth?

Across 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Hans Hopfer work is $8,598. The median Hans Hopfer photograph sells for $17,850 across 1 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.

### What is Hans Hopfer's auction record?

Hans Hopfer's auction record is $27,500, set in 2026. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $27,500 (buyer's premium not included).

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Data last updated 2026-11-02. OpeningBid tracks 15,390,829 auction lots from 577 auction houses, refreshed nightly.

Cite this page as: OpeningBid, “Hans Hopfer auction prices”, https://www.openingbid.art/artist/hans-hopfer (updated 2026-11-02).

Historical auction data, not investment advice. Prices are premium-inclusive USD where the buyer's premium is recorded. Figures marked † are hammer prices (buyer's premium not included); ‡ marks a price whose basis is not yet verified. Non-USD results are converted at the sale month's rate.