Macario Vitalis (1898–1990)
What is Macario Vitalis’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 159 auction results for Macario Vitalis at 7 houses since 2013. Over the last 24 months the median price was $4,036 including buyer’s premium (middle half $3,112–$5,418, n=12). The auction record is $30,287 for Levé de soleil sur le port (2013, Ader). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Levé de soleil sur le port, 1954 | Huile sur toile | $30,287 | Ader | Dec 2013 |
| 2 | Portrait de femme assise, 1952 | Huile sur toile | $17,897 | Ader | Dec 2013 |
| 3 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1953 | Oil paint | $15,976 | Christie's | Nov 2018 |
| 4 | Nature morte cubiste, 1946 | Huile sur isorel | $13,767 | Ader | Dec 2013 |
| 5 | Les Blanchisseuses, 1947 | Huile sur toile | $10,152 | Ader | Nov 2024 |
| 6 | Village breton (autour de Plestins les Grèves), 1963 | Huile sur toile | $7,670 | Ader | May 2016 |
| 7 | Nature morte aux poissons, 1959 | Huile sur toile | $7,381 | Ader | May 2025 |
| 8 | Maternité | Huile sur toile | $6,884 | Ader | Dec 2013 |
| 9 | Saint-Famille, 1959 | Huile sur toile | $6,671 | Ader | May 2015 |
| 10 | Bord de rivière | Huile sur toile | $6,207 | Ader | Oct 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 45 | $4,337 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 28 | $5,319 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 23 | $3,098 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 159 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
Macario Vitalis is a Filipino artist with 187 auction lots recorded since 2013, median price $5,065. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Macario Vitalis is recorded as sold in 2026 for $6,379; whether the price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Macario Vitalis on OpeningBid →What is a Macario Vitalis work worth?
Across 159 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Macario Vitalis work is $5,065.
The median Macario Vitalis painting sells for $5,265 across 138 lots.
The median Macario Vitalis work on paper sells for $1,030 across 12 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Macario Vitalis paintings typically sell for $4,914–$11,414 (the middle half of 78 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Macario Vitalis paintings typically sell for $2,337–$4,978 (the middle half of 57 sold lots).
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 155 | $5,265‡ | $58,145‡ | 89% | 2026-06-28 |
| Works on Paper | 14 | $1,030‡ | $3,905‡ | 85.7% | 2026-04-18 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 8 | $32,986‡ | $58,145‡ | — | 2025-09-13 |
‡ 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) | 57 | $2,337–$4,978‡ | $3,470‡ | $14,882‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 78 | $4,914–$11,414‡ | $7,294‡ | $58,145‡ |
‡ 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) | 7 | $561–$1,688‡ | $891‡ | $2,061‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $1,019–$1,859‡ | $1,040‡ | $3,905‡ |
‡ 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 | 2020 | $58,145‡ |
| Paintings | 2020 | $41,532‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $3,905‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $2,061‡ |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Macario Vitalis worth?
Across 159 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Macario Vitalis work is $5,065. The median Macario Vitalis painting sells for $5,265 across 138 lots. The median Macario Vitalis work on paper sells for $1,030 across 12 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Macario Vitalis paintings typically sell for $4,914–$11,414 (the middle half of 78 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Macario Vitalis paintings typically sell for $2,337–$4,978 (the middle half of 57 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Macario Vitalis painting?
Based on 138 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Macario Vitalis painting is $5,265. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Macario Vitalis's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Macario Vitalis painting is $58,145. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a Macario Vitalis work on paper?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Macario Vitalis work on paper is $1,030. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Macario Vitalis's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Macario Vitalis work on paper is $3,905. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a medium Macario Vitalis painting?
Based on 78 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Macario Vitalis painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $7,294, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a small Macario Vitalis painting?
Based on 57 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Macario Vitalis painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $3,470, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Macario Vitalis's auction record?
Macario Vitalis's auction record is $58,145, set in 2020. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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