Matta (1911–2002)
What is Matta’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 5,361 auction results for Matta at 65 houses since 1995. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,669 including buyer’s premium (middle half $865–$3,446, n=68). The auction record is $658,596 for Yennes, l'évitation in blue (2013, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yennes, l'évitation in blue, 1939 | Oil on canvas | $658,596 | Christie's | May 2013 |
| 2 | GALAXIES (MYSTICISM OF INFINITY), 1940 | Oil on canvas | $620,000 | Sotheby's | Jun 2020 |
| 3 | Untitled, 1969 | Oil on canvas | $440,527 | Christie's | Nov 2014 |
| 4 | Untitled, 1941 | Oil on paper mounted on masonite | $387,382 | Christie's | Nov 2006 |
| 5 | Sinfonia Matematica, 1984 | Oil on canvas | $170,606 | Christie's | Feb 2010 |
| 6 | Untitled, 1963 | Oil on canvas | $166,569 | Christie's | Nov 2014 |
| 7 | Repondre du Limite, 1961 | Oil on canvas | $160,501 | Christie's | Jun 2012 |
| 8 | Untitled, 1954 | Oil on canvas | $150,763 | Christie's | May 2013 |
| 9 | Untitled | Oil on canvas | $148,117 | Christie's | Nov 2006 |
| 10 | Untitled, 1959 | Oil on canvas | $132,248 | Christie's | May 2013 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 35 | $15,330 |
| Works on paper | 11 | $4,058 |
| Other | 162 | $2,471 |
| Prints | 8 | $809 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 21 | $32,500 |
| Large (over 120 cm) | 176 | $2,685 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 13 | $996 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 5,361 results from 65 houses · How we compute these figures
Matta is a Chilean artist with 2,117 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $425. 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 Matta is recorded as sold in 2026 for $2,035; 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 Matta on OpeningBid →What is a Matta work worth?
Across 1,493 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Matta work is $425.
The median Matta painting sells for $130 across 483 lots.
The median Matta print sells for $122 across 33 lots.
The median Matta work on paper sells for $3,677 across 18 lots.
Large (over 120 cm) Matta paintings typically sell for $47–$307 (the middle half of 434 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Matta paintings typically sell for $11,645–$132,248 (the middle half of 21 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 | 40 | $122†‡ | $4,439 | 82.5% | 2026-07-30 |
| Paintings | 550 | $130†‡ | $658,596 | 87.8% | 2026-08-01 |
| Works on Paper | 18 | $3,677†‡ | $34,181 | — | 2023-03-04 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 9 | $138‡ | $337‡ | 77.8% | 2026-01-28 |
| Photography | 3 | $206† | $206† | 33.3% | 2006-11-14 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 254 | $2,958†‡ | $658,596 | — | 2026-10-30 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Matta's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (40 lots) median $122 with 82.5% sell-through. Paintings (550 lots) median $130, record $658,596. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 254 lots) the median is $2,958.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $286–$549† | $451† | $3,649 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 19 | $32–$119‡ | $67‡ | $447‡ |
† 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) | 21 | $11,645–$132,248†‡ | $32,500†‡ | $658,596 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 434 | $47–$307‡ | $118‡ | $440,527 |
† 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) | 7 | $4,836–$17,515† | $7,934† | $34,181 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $29–$2,300‡ | $34‡ | $3,335 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $117–$313‡ | $189‡ | $10,480 |
‡ 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 | 2013 | $658,596 |
| Paintings | 2020 | $620,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2006 | $34,181 |
| Works on Paper | 2005 | $26,302 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2016 | $10,480 |
| Prints & Editions | 2008 | $4,439 |
| Prints & Editions | 2001 | $3,649 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $337‡ |
‡ 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 Matta worth?
Across 1,493 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Matta work is $425. The median Matta painting sells for $130 across 483 lots. The median Matta print sells for $122 across 33 lots. The median Matta work on paper sells for $3,677 across 18 lots. Large (over 120 cm) Matta paintings typically sell for $47–$307 (the middle half of 434 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Matta paintings typically sell for $11,645–$132,248 (the middle half of 21 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 Matta painting?
Based on 483 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Matta painting is $130. 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 Matta's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Matta painting is $658,596.
What is the average price of a Matta print?
Based on 33 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Matta print is $122. 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 Matta's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Matta print is $4,439.
What is the average price of a Matta work on paper?
Based on 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Matta work on paper is $3,677. 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 Matta's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Matta work on paper is $34,181.
What is the average price of a large Matta painting?
Based on 434 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Matta painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $118, 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 medium Matta painting?
Based on 21 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Matta painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $32,500, 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 Matta's auction record?
Matta's auction record is $658,596, set in 2013.
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