Olivo Barbieri (b. 1954)
What is Olivo Barbieri’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 37 auction results for Olivo Barbieri at 6 houses since 2012. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,097 including buyer’s premium (middle half $750–$1,831, n=12). The auction record is $21,250 for The Dolomites Project #7 (2018, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Dolomites Project #7, 2010 | Myrrh | $21,250 | Christie's | Apr 2018 |
| 2 | Site Secific_Roma, 2004 | Vintage C-print | $8,438 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Apr 2019 |
| 3 | India, Old Delhi, 1999 | Vintage C-print applicata su alluminio | $6,985 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Mar 2020 |
| 4 | Roma, 1987 | Stampa cromogenica vintage | $4,899 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Jun 2025 |
| 5 | Monteggiano, 1986 | Stampa cromogenica vintage | $3,256 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Oct 2021 |
| 6 | Rimini, 1984 | Stampa cromogenica vintage | $2,367 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | May 2026 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Las Vegas 05, 2005 | C-print vintage | $6,770 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Mar 2023 |
| 2 | Capri #8, 1954 | Archival pigment print | $5,120 | Bonhams | Apr 2024 |
| 3 | Beijing, China, 1996 | C-print vintage su alluminio | $2,896 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Mar 2021 |
| 4 | Milano, fontana di De Chirico, 1989 | Stampa cromogenica vintage | $2,404 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Oct 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 14 | $1,347 |
| Photographs | 22 | $1,173 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $6,877 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 23 | $1,171 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 37 results from 6 houses · How we compute these figures
Olivo Barbieri is an Italian artist with 88 auction lots recorded since 2012, median price $1,216. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Olivo Barbieri sold in 2026 for $2,367, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 37 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Olivo Barbieri work is $1,216.
The median Olivo Barbieri photograph sells for $1,220 across 28 lots.
The median Olivo Barbieri print sells for $868 across 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 11 | $868 | $21,250 | 72.7% | 2025-11-10 |
| Photography | 42 | $1,220 | $8,438 | 66.7% | 2026-05-18 |
Price by size
Photography
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 19 | $881–$1,630 | $1,176 | $3,256 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $5,120–$6,985 | $6,770 | $8,438 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2018 | $21,250 |
| Photography | 2019 | $8,438 |
| Photography | 2020 | $6,985 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $1,406 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Olivo Barbieri worth?
Across 37 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Olivo Barbieri work is $1,216. The median Olivo Barbieri photograph sells for $1,220 across 28 lots. The median Olivo Barbieri print sells for $868 across 8 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Olivo Barbieri photograph?
Based on 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Olivo Barbieri photograph is $1,220.
What is Olivo Barbieri's most expensive photograph?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Olivo Barbieri photograph is $8,438.
What is the average price of a Olivo Barbieri print?
Based on 8 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Olivo Barbieri print is $868.
What is Olivo Barbieri's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Olivo Barbieri print is $21,250.
What is the average price of a small Olivo Barbieri photograph?
Based on 19 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Olivo Barbieri photograph (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,176, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Olivo Barbieri's auction record?
Olivo Barbieri's auction record is $21,250, set in 2018.
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