Henryk Gotlib (1890–1966)
What is Henryk Gotlib’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 73 auction results for Henryk Gotlib at 11 houses since 2009. Over the last 24 months the median price was $662 including buyer’s premium (middle half $357–$1,530, n=17). The auction record is $7,410 for Fisherman with nets (2009, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fisherman with nets, 1890 | Painting | $7,410 | Bonhams | Oct 2009 |
| 2 | Owoce w koszyku | Olej/płótno | $3,044 | DESA Unicum | Jun 2026 |
| 3 | Italian Girls in a Landscape, 1961 | Oil paint | $2,755 | Christie's | Nov 2019 |
| 4 | Akt, 1964 | Olej/płótno | $2,429 | DESA Unicum | Dec 2025 |
| 5 | Standing woman, 1948 | Oil on canvas | $2,378 | Roseberys London | Dec 2022 |
| 6 | Standing Nude, 1947 | Oil on board | $2,324 | Roseberys London | Jun 2013 |
| 7 | Nude with Hand on Shoulder, 1960 | Oil on canvas | $2,113 | Roseberys London | Feb 2022 |
| 8 | Eve, 1890 | Painting | $2,077 | Bonhams | Mar 2014 |
| 9 | Portret blondynki | Olej/płótno | $1,992 | DESA Unicum | Apr 2024 |
| 10 | Landscape with cows, child and dog | Oil on canvas | $1,944 | Roseberys London | Jun 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 30 | $1,268 |
| Works on paper | 18 | $528 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 21 | $1,268 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 24 | $599 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 73 results from 11 houses · How we compute these figures
Henryk Gotlib is a Polish artist with 106 auction lots recorded since 1994, median price $997. 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 Henryk Gotlib sold in 2026 for $3,044, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 68 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Henryk Gotlib work is $997.
The median Henryk Gotlib painting sells for $1,268 across 39 lots.
The median Henryk Gotlib work on paper sells for $357 across 23 lots.
The median Henryk Gotlib sculpture sells for $1,685 across 1 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Henryk Gotlib paintings typically sell for $860–$2,077 (the middle half of 28 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Henryk Gotlib work on papers typically sell for $263–$663 (the middle half of 20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 56 | $1,268†‡ | $7,410 | 69.6% | 2026-06-18 |
| Works on Paper | 26 | $357†‡ | $1,530 | 88.5% | 2026-09-06 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $1,685† | $1,685† | — | 2020-03-24 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $4,473† | $7,410 | — | 2026-06-18 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $522–$1,294‡ | $874‡ | $2,429 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 28 | $860–$2,077†‡ | $1,427†‡ | $7,410 |
† 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) | 20 | $263–$663†‡ | $364†‡ | $1,530 |
† 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 | 2009 | $7,410 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $3,044 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2020 | $2,049 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $1,530 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $803 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Henryk Gotlib worth?
Across 68 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Henryk Gotlib work is $997. The median Henryk Gotlib painting sells for $1,268 across 39 lots. The median Henryk Gotlib work on paper sells for $357 across 23 lots. The median Henryk Gotlib sculpture sells for $1,685 across 1 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Henryk Gotlib paintings typically sell for $860–$2,077 (the middle half of 28 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Henryk Gotlib work on papers typically sell for $263–$663 (the middle half of 20 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 Henryk Gotlib painting?
Based on 39 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Henryk Gotlib painting is $1,268. 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 Henryk Gotlib's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Henryk Gotlib painting is $7,410.
What is the average price of a Henryk Gotlib work on paper?
Based on 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Henryk Gotlib work on paper is $357. 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 Henryk Gotlib's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Henryk Gotlib work on paper is $1,530.
What is the average price of a medium Henryk Gotlib painting?
Based on 28 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Henryk Gotlib painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,427, 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 small Henryk Gotlib work on paper?
Based on 20 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Henryk Gotlib work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $364, 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 Henryk Gotlib's auction record?
Henryk Gotlib's auction record is $7,410, set in 2009.
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