Ignazio Gardella (1905–1999)
What is Ignazio Gardella’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 265 auction results for Ignazio Gardella at 26 houses since 2009. Over the last 24 months the median price was $6,932 including buyer’s premium (middle half $4,463–$14,840, n=100). The auction record is $84,475 for Lib 2 Bibliothèque (2015, PIASA). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lib 2 Bibliothèque, 1955 | Glass | $84,475 | PIASA | Apr 2015 |
| 2 | Digamma Paire de fauteuils et ottomans, 1957 | Wool | $66,088 | PIASA | Apr 2015 |
| 3 | Bibliothèque murale, 1905 | Bibliothèque murale | $59,722 | PIASA | Jul 2026 |
| 4 | Lib 2 Bibliothèque, 1905 | Library | $53,750 | PIASA | Jul 2026 |
| 5 | Modèle T4 'Ditirambo', 1957 | Dining table | $45,583 | PIASA | Mar 2026 |
| 6 | Modèle Lib 2, 1905 | Bibliothèque modulable | $44,792 | PIASA | Jul 2026 |
| 7 | Ignazio Gardella (1905-1999), 1959 | Marbre, métal laqué et laiton Édition Azucena Modèle créé vers 1959 H 76 × Ø 115 cm | $43,384 | PIASA | Sep 2024 |
| 8 | Pair of 'Digamma' adjustable armchairs | Cartridge brass | $37,781 | Phillips | Mar 2019 |
| 9 | Modèle Lib 2, 1905 | Bibliothèque modulable | $37,326 | PIASA | Jul 2026 |
| 10 | Lib 2, 1905 | Bibliothèque | $37,031 | PIASA | Jun 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 184 | $6,932 |
| Sculpture | 39 | $5,352 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 64 | $11,229 |
| Large (over 120 cm) | 96 | $9,318 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 53 | $2,519 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 265 results from 26 houses · How we compute these figures
Ignazio Gardella is an Italian artist with 410 auction lots recorded since 2008, median price $5,679. 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 Ignazio Gardella sold in 2026 for $9,705, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 264 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ignazio Gardella work is $5,679.
The median Ignazio Gardella sculpture sells for $11,485 across 37 lots.
The median Ignazio Gardella work on paper sells for $2,539 across 2 lots.
Large (over 120 cm) Ignazio Gardella sculptures typically sell for $5,731–$14,719 (the middle half of 25 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 | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Works on Paper | 2 | $2,539 | $4,178 | — | 2026-04-17 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 39 | $11,485 | $37,781 | 94.9% | 2026-07-02 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 13 | $43,384 | $84,475 | — | 2026-07-02 |
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 8 | $14,658–$26,181 | $20,289 | $37,781 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 25 | $5,731–$14,719 | $9,628 | $34,902 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2019 | $37,781 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2014 | $35,734 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $4,178 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $899 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ignazio Gardella worth?
Across 264 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ignazio Gardella work is $5,679. The median Ignazio Gardella sculpture sells for $11,485 across 37 lots. The median Ignazio Gardella work on paper sells for $2,539 across 2 lots. Large (over 120 cm) Ignazio Gardella sculptures typically sell for $5,731–$14,719 (the middle half of 25 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 Ignazio Gardella sculpture?
Based on 37 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ignazio Gardella sculpture is $11,485.
What is Ignazio Gardella's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ignazio Gardella sculpture is $37,781.
What is the average price of a large Ignazio Gardella sculpture?
Based on 25 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Ignazio Gardella sculpture (large (over 120 cm)) is $9,628, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Ignazio Gardella's auction record?
Ignazio Gardella's auction record is $84,475, set in 2015.
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