Jan Lebenstein (1930–1999)
What is Jan Lebenstein’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 272 auction results for Jan Lebenstein at 23 houses since 2006. Over the last 24 months the median price was $8,047 including buyer’s premium (middle half $557–$21,043, n=32). The auction record is $178,110 for Figura osiowa nr 20 (Axial Figure Number 20) (2025, DESA Unicum). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Figura osiowa nr 20 (Axial Figure Number 20) | Olej/płótno | $178,110 | DESA Unicum | Oct 2025 |
| 2 | Figura nr 92, 1960 | Olej/płótno | $159,046 | DESA Unicum | Nov 2020 |
| 3 | Figure XVIII, 1930 | Oil paint | $106,636 | Christie's | Jun 2021 |
| 4 | Axial Figure II, 1958 | Oil on canvas | $100,800 | Sotheby's | Dec 2022 |
| 5 | Axial Figure VIII, 1958 | Oil on canvas | $94,500 | Sotheby's | Dec 2022 |
| 6 | Sans titre (huile sur toile), 1959 | Oil on canvas | $87,650 | Cornette de Saint Cyr (Bonhams) | Jun 2016 |
| 7 | Axial Figure #38 | Acrylic | $75,600 | Sotheby's | Apr 2021 |
| 8 | Axial Figure #68, 1968 | Sold by the Order of the Trustees of the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden to Benefit its Acquisition Program | $75,600 | Sotheby's | Apr 2021 |
| 9 | Axial Figure 20, 1959 | Oil on canvas | $75,600 | Sotheby's | May 2022 |
| 10 | Axial Figure #76, 1960 | Painting | $69,300 | Sotheby's | Apr 2021 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 37 | $54,687 |
| Other | 27 | $7,268 |
| Works on paper | 30 | $2,558 |
| Prints | 20 | $420 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 26 | $60,800 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 52 | $5,549 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 31 | $687 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 272 results from 23 houses · How we compute these figures
Jan Lebenstein is a Polish artist with 402 auction lots recorded since 2006, median price $2,976. 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 Jan Lebenstein sold in 2026 for $18,338, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Jan Lebenstein on OpeningBid →What is a Jan Lebenstein work worth?
Across 271 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Jan Lebenstein work is $2,976.
The median Jan Lebenstein print sells for $415 across 95 lots.
The median Jan Lebenstein work on paper sells for $4,301 across 88 lots.
The median Jan Lebenstein painting sells for $48,015 across 59 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Jan Lebenstein work on papers typically sell for $3,540–$7,873 (the middle half of 61 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Jan Lebenstein prints typically sell for $288–$487 (the middle half of 54 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 | 124 | $415†‡ | $6,807† | 76.6% | 2026-06-15 |
| Paintings | 77 | $48,015† | $178,110 | 76.6% | 2025-12-09 |
| Works on Paper | 105 | $4,301†‡ | $11,826† | 83.8% | 2025-12-28 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 14 | $81,625† | $178,110 | — | 2025-10-21 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Jan Lebenstein's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (124 lots) median $415 with 76.6% sell-through. Paintings (77 lots) median $48,015, record $178,110. A typical Jan Lebenstein painting sells for around 116× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 14 lots) the median is $81,625.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 54 | $288–$487† | $364† | $6,807† |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 41 | $347–$591†‡ | $439†‡ | $5,778† |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 18 | $21,259–$39,120† | $28,970† | $60,480 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 40 | $44,447–$71,683† | $58,946† | $178,110 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 27 | $673–$3,023†‡ | $1,595†‡ | $5,778† |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 61 | $3,540–$7,873†‡ | $5,440†‡ | $11,826† |
† 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 | 2025 | $178,110 |
| Paintings | 2020 | $159,046 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $11,826† |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $10,961 |
| Prints & Editions | 2022 | $6,807† |
| Prints & Editions | 2020 | $5,778† |
† 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 Jan Lebenstein worth?
Across 271 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Jan Lebenstein work is $2,976. The median Jan Lebenstein print sells for $415 across 95 lots. The median Jan Lebenstein work on paper sells for $4,301 across 88 lots. The median Jan Lebenstein painting sells for $48,015 across 59 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Jan Lebenstein work on papers typically sell for $3,540–$7,873 (the middle half of 61 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Jan Lebenstein prints typically sell for $288–$487 (the middle half of 54 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 Jan Lebenstein print?
Based on 95 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Jan Lebenstein print is $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 Jan Lebenstein's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Jan Lebenstein print is $6,807. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $6,807 (buyer's premium not included).
What is the average price of a Jan Lebenstein work on paper?
Based on 88 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Jan Lebenstein work on paper is $4,301. 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 Jan Lebenstein's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Jan Lebenstein work on paper is $11,826. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $11,826 (buyer's premium not included).
What is the average price of a Jan Lebenstein painting?
Based on 59 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Jan Lebenstein painting is $48,015. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Jan Lebenstein's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Jan Lebenstein painting is $178,110.
What is the average price of a medium Jan Lebenstein work on paper?
Based on 61 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Jan Lebenstein work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $5,440, 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 Jan Lebenstein print?
Based on 54 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Jan Lebenstein print (small (under 50 cm)) is $364, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Jan Lebenstein's auction record?
Jan Lebenstein's auction record is $178,110, set in 2025.
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