Martín Chambi (1891–1973)
What is Martín Chambi’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 25 auction results for Martín Chambi at 9 houses since 1995. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,088 including buyer’s premium (middle half $926–$3,079, n=7). The auction record is $58,750 for (MARTIN CHAMBI) Album with 118 photographs, 16 of which are attributed to Martín Chambi (1891-1973), depicting the city and region of C (2019, Swann Auction Galleries). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | (MARTIN CHAMBI) Album with 118 photographs, 16 of which are attributed to Martín Chambi (1891-1973), depicting the city and region of C, 1920s | Silver prints, mounted recto only to yellow pages, 4to, black leatherette, with brass pin binding | $58,750 | Swann Auction Galleries | Apr 2019 |
| 2 | Cusco [sic], 1920s | Silver prints | $50,000 | Swann Auction Galleries | Oct 2016 |
| 3 | Victor Mendivil and the Llusco giant, Cuzco, 1925 | Gelatin silver print | $6,500 | Freeman's Hindman | Nov 2025 |
| 4 | A group of 8 photographs of indigenous figures in Peru | Silver (one) and silver prints on carte-postale paper (7) | $5,750 | Swann Auction Galleries | Jun 2020 |
| 5 | A group of 8 photographs depicting indigenous figures, llamas, and landscapes of Peru, 1920s-40s | Silver (one) and silver prints on carte-postale paper (7) | $5,000 | Swann Auction Galleries | Mar 2021 |
| 6 | Pérou. Cordillère des Andes, c. 1920-1950. Cuzco. Tambomachay. Cérémonies. Reinas de carnaval. Travaux Agricoles. Yucay, 1920 | Argentique prints | $4,907 | Ader | Nov 2024 |
| 7 | Group of 5 photographs depicting indigenous figures and landscapes of Peru, 1920s-40s | Photographs | $3,000 | Swann Auction Galleries | Feb 2022 |
| 8 | Two-panel panoramic view of Machu Picchu, 1930s | Photo silver print | $2,400 | Swann Auction Galleries | Oct 1995 |
| 9 | Two-panel panoramic view of Machu Pichu, 1935 | Silver print | $2,400 | Swann Auction Galleries | Oct 1995 |
| 10 | Flute player * Mountains, Cuzco, 1930s | Silver prints | $2,300 | Swann Auction Galleries | Apr 1995 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Photographs | 19 | $2,125 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 19 | $2,125 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 25 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Martín Chambi is a Peruvian artist with 57 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $1,250. 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 Martín Chambi sold in 2025 for $6,500, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 25 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Martín Chambi work is $1,250.
The median Martín Chambi photograph sells for $2,300 across 19 lots.
The median Martín Chambi print sells for $2,900 across 2 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 | 2 | $2,900 | $4,907 | — | 2026-09-15 |
| Photography | 31 | $2,300†‡ | $58,750 | 61.3% | 2025-11-14 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Photography
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $956–$5,000† | $2,125† | $58,750 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | 2019 | $58,750 |
| Photography | 2016 | $50,000 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $4,907 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $893 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Martín Chambi worth?
Across 25 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Martín Chambi work is $1,250. The median Martín Chambi photograph sells for $2,300 across 19 lots. The median Martín Chambi print sells for $2,900 across 2 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 Martín Chambi photograph?
Based on 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Martín Chambi photograph is $2,300. 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 Martín Chambi's most expensive photograph?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Martín Chambi photograph is $58,750.
What is the average price of a small Martín Chambi photograph?
Based on 17 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Martín Chambi photograph (small (under 50 cm)) is $2,125, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Martín Chambi's auction record?
Martín Chambi's auction record is $58,750, set in 2019.
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