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# Nay, Ernst Wilhelm (1902–1968)

## What is Nay, Ernst Wilhelm’s work worth? {#value}

As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 8 auction results for Nay, Ernst Wilhelm at 2 houses since 2023. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,044 including buyer’s premium (middle half $908–$1,211, n=5). The auction record is $2,270 for Eruption (2026, Van Ham Kunstauktionen). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.

**Top auction records: paintings, drawings & sculpture**

| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rhythmen und Kadenzen, 1967 | Farblithografie auf Velin | $1,044 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Oct 2026 |

**Top auction records: prints & editions**

| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eruption, 1965 | Farbaquatinta auf Arches (Wasserzeichen) | $2,270 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Jun 2026 |
| 2 | Das Licht, 1965 | Farbaquatinta auf Arches (Wasserzeichen) | $1,211 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Jun 2026 |
| 3 | Der Mensch, 1965 | Farbaquatinta auf Arches (Wasserzeichen) | $908 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Jun 2026 |
| 4 | Spiele des Menschen. Aus: Über den Menschen, 1965 | Farbaquatinta auf Arches (Wasserzeichen) | $908 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Jun 2026 |



Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 8 results from 2 houses · [How we compute these figures](https://www.openingbid.art/methodology/price-data)


Nay, Ernst Wilhelm is a German artist with 10 auction lots recorded since 2023, median price $1,044.

A work by Nay, Ernst Wilhelm sold in 2026 for $1,044, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

**1 Nay, Ernst Wilhelm work is coming to auction** (as of 2026-11-02).

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## What is a Nay, Ernst Wilhelm work worth?

Across 8 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Nay, Ernst Wilhelm work is $1,044.

The median Nay, Ernst Wilhelm print sells for $1,060 across 4 lots.

## Price breakdown by category

| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 4 | $1,060 | $2,270 | — | 2026-06-11 |

## Notable results

| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $2,270 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $1,211 |

The highest recorded result in each medium. The full sale history is in the OpeningBid app (free sign-up).

## Frequently asked questions

### What is a Nay, Ernst Wilhelm worth?

Across 8 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Nay, Ernst Wilhelm work is $1,044. The median Nay, Ernst Wilhelm print sells for $1,060 across 4 lots.

### What is Nay, Ernst Wilhelm's auction record?

Nay, Ernst Wilhelm's auction record is $2,270, set in 2026.

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Data last updated 2026-11-02. OpeningBid tracks 15,390,829 auction lots from 577 auction houses, refreshed nightly.

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Historical auction data, not investment advice. Prices are premium-inclusive USD where the buyer's premium is recorded. Figures marked † are hammer prices (buyer's premium not included); ‡ marks a price whose basis is not yet verified. Non-USD results are converted at the sale month's rate.