Heimrad Prem (1934–1978)
What is Heimrad Prem’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 115 auction results for Heimrad Prem at 13 houses since 1993. Over the last 24 months the median price was $6,805 including buyer’s premium (middle half $5,706–$10,535, n=6). The auction record is $41,399 for Gesichter einer Landschaft (2023, Karl & Faber). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gesichter einer Landschaft, 1961 | Oil on canvas | $41,399 | Karl & Faber | Jun 2023 |
| 2 | Ohne Titel (Untitled), circa 1962 | Oil on canvas | $41,399 | Karl & Faber | Jun 2023 |
| 3 | Parkgeflüster (Park whispers), 1964 | Oil on canvas | $28,401 | Karl & Faber | Dec 2022 |
| 4 | Large white figure, 1962 | Oil on canvas | $28,377 | Karl & Faber | Dec 2018 |
| 5 | Ohne Titel (Im Feuer) (Untitled (In the fire)), 1972 | Oil and mixed media on red burlap | $26,348 | Karl & Faber | Dec 2019 |
| 6 | Zu Zweit (Together), 1965 | Oil on burlap | $25,980 | Karl & Faber | Jul 2021 |
| 7 | Danach, 1972 | Öl und Mischtechnik auf ungrundiertem Rupfen, von verso mit Papier hinterlegt | $24,230 | Karl & Faber | Dec 2020 |
| 8 | Gefangennahme (Capture), 1962 | Oil on canvas | $23,188 | Karl & Faber | Dec 2024 |
| 9 | Fernweh, 1972 | Öl und Collage auf Leinwand | $22,099 | Karl & Faber | Dec 2017 |
| 10 | Geburt I (Birth I) | Oil on canvas | $22,080 | Karl & Faber | Jun 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 59 | $8,630 |
| Works on paper | 10 | $3,875 |
| Other | 10 | $3,134 |
| Prints | 7 | $336 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 17 | $11,411 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 60 | $5,688 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $3,000 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 115 results from 13 houses · How we compute these figures
Heimrad Prem is a German artist with 159 auction lots recorded since 1990, median price $5,636. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Heimrad Prem sold in 2025 for $11,411, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 108 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Heimrad Prem work is $5,636.
The median Heimrad Prem painting sells for $8,415 across 69 lots.
The median Heimrad Prem work on paper sells for $3,114 across 20 lots.
The median Heimrad Prem print sells for $343 across 11 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Heimrad Prem paintings typically sell for $4,804–$15,133 (the middle half of 56 sold lots).
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 16 | $343†‡ | $10,000 | 68.8% | 2023-10-03 |
| Paintings | 93 | $8,415†‡ | $75,000† | 74.2% | 2025-06-06 |
| Works on Paper | 31 | $3,114†‡ | $12,962 | 64.5% | 2025-07-16 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 6 | $45,700† | $75,000† | — | 2023-06-30 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Heimrad Prem's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (16 lots) median $343 with 68.8% sell-through. Paintings (93 lots) median $8,415, record $75,000. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $75,000 (buyer's premium not included). A typical Heimrad Prem painting sells for around 25× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 6 lots) the median is $45,700.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $158–$412†‡ | $208†‡ | $10,000 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $2,255–$7,008†‡ | $3,330†‡ | $12,115 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 56 | $4,804–$15,133†‡ | $8,523†‡ | $75,000† |
| large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $7,526–$17,254 | $10,591 | $41,399 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $1,010–$3,020†‡ | $2,150†‡ | $3,200 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 14 | $2,135–$6,102† | $3,875† | $12,962 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 | 1997 | $75,000† |
| Paintings | 1996 | $52,000† |
| Works on Paper | 2006 | $12,962 |
| Prints & Editions | 1994 | $10,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $7,905 |
| Prints & Editions | 2010 | $804 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Heimrad Prem worth?
Across 108 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Heimrad Prem work is $5,636. The median Heimrad Prem painting sells for $8,415 across 69 lots. The median Heimrad Prem work on paper sells for $3,114 across 20 lots. The median Heimrad Prem print sells for $343 across 11 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Heimrad Prem paintings typically sell for $4,804–$15,133 (the middle half of 56 sold lots). Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Heimrad Prem painting?
Based on 69 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Heimrad Prem painting is $8,415. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Heimrad Prem's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Heimrad Prem painting is $75,000. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $75,000 (buyer's premium not included).
What is the average price of a Heimrad Prem work on paper?
Based on 20 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Heimrad Prem work on paper is $3,114. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Heimrad Prem's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Heimrad Prem work on paper is $12,962.
What is the average price of a Heimrad Prem print?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Heimrad Prem print is $343. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Heimrad Prem's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Heimrad Prem print is $10,000.
What is the average price of a medium Heimrad Prem painting?
Based on 56 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Heimrad Prem painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $8,523, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a medium Heimrad Prem work on paper?
Based on 14 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Heimrad Prem work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $3,875, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Heimrad Prem's auction record?
Heimrad Prem's auction record is $75,000, set in 1997. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $75,000 (buyer's premium not included).
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