Ljuba (1934–2016)
What is Ljuba’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 73 auction results for Ljuba at 10 houses since 2006. Over the last 24 months the median price was $308 including buyer’s premium (middle half $232–$751, n=22). The auction record is $58,734 for L'éducation sombree (2025, Artcurial). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | L'éducation sombree, 1969 | Huile sur toile | $58,734 | Artcurial | Dec 2025 |
| 2 | La création des androïdes, 1970 | Titrée en bas au centre "Androïde" | $52,057 | Artcurial | May 2011 |
| 3 | La Prière ou La Clef de l'Univers, 1973 | Signée | $40,222 | Artcurial | Mar 2018 |
| 4 | L'apparition, 1967 | Huile sur toile | $38,509 | Artcurial | Dec 2025 |
| 5 | Gloria, 1970 | Huile sur toile | $37,087 | Artcurial | Jun 2024 |
| 6 | Jane, L'Hibernation, 1969 | Titrée en bas au centre "L'Hibernation" | $36,013 | Artcurial | Dec 2019 |
| 7 | Ljiljana ou la Voie Lactée, 1967 | Signée | $31,929 | Artcurial | Jun 2014 |
| 8 | LE DESIR III ou LE PARADIS PERDU, 1978 | Signée | $30,155 | Artcurial | Jun 2014 |
| 9 | VENUS ET LA MORT-JARDIN POUR VENUS, 1970 | Signée | $28,154 | Artcurial | Oct 2006 |
| 10 | LE FLEURISSEMENT (RASCVETAVANJE), 1962 | Signée | $21,838 | Artcurial | May 2011 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 38 | $6,323 |
| Other | 25 | $308 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $18,479 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $2,122 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 12 | $919 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 73 results from 10 houses · How we compute these figures
Ljuba is a Bosnian Herzegovinian artist with 87 auction lots recorded since 2006, median price $1,774. 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 Ljuba sold in 2025 for $58,734, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Ljuba on OpeningBid →What is a Ljuba work worth?
Across 73 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ljuba work is $1,774.
The median Ljuba painting sells for $5,322 across 41 lots.
The median Ljuba work on paper sells for $373 across 10 lots.
The median Ljuba print sells for $161 across 1 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 | 4 | $161 | $161 | 25% | 2008-12-01 |
| Paintings | 41 | $5,322†‡ | $58,734 | — | 2025-12-10 |
| Works on Paper | 16 | $373†‡ | $1,774 | 62.5% | 2026-03-05 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $46,140 | $58,734 | — | 2025-12-10 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Ljuba's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (4 lots) median $161 with 25% sell-through. Paintings (41 lots) median $5,322, record $58,734. A typical Ljuba painting sells for around 33× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 4 lots) the median is $46,140.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $1,544–$4,012†‡ | $1,735†‡ | $7,768 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $2,170–$4,596 | $3,264 | $5,059 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $12,424–$34,231 | $18,479 | $58,734 |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $228–$676 | $454 | $1,162 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2025 | $58,734 |
| Paintings | 2018 | $40,222 |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $1,774 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $1,435 |
| Prints & Editions | 2008 | $161 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ljuba worth?
Across 73 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ljuba work is $1,774. The median Ljuba painting sells for $5,322 across 41 lots. The median Ljuba work on paper sells for $373 across 10 lots. The median Ljuba print sells for $161 across 1 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 Ljuba painting?
Based on 41 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ljuba painting is $5,322. 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 Ljuba's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ljuba painting is $58,734.
What is the average price of a Ljuba work on paper?
Based on 10 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ljuba work on paper is $373. 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 Ljuba's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ljuba work on paper is $1,774.
What is the average price of a small Ljuba painting?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Ljuba painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,735, 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 Ljuba's auction record?
Ljuba's auction record is $58,734, set in 2025.
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