Otto Modersohn (1865–1943)
What is Otto Modersohn’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 264 auction results for Otto Modersohn at 13 houses since 1996. Over the last 24 months the median price was $15,802 including buyer’s premium (middle half $12,015–$23,067, n=28). The auction record is $152,100 for Abend im Moordorf (2019, Kunsthaus Lempertz). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abend im Moordorf, 1898 | Painting | $152,100 | Kunsthaus Lempertz | May 2019 |
| 2 | Vorfrühling (Anemonen) (Early Spring (Anemones)), 1904 | Oil paint | $118,201 | Sotheby's | Dec 2025 |
| 3 | Rautendorfer Graben mit Bootschuppen bei Worpswede, 1927 | Oil paint | $75,733 | Christie's | Feb 2007 |
| 4 | Brautzug im Frühling, 1905 | Painting | $70,705 | Kunsthaus Lempertz | Dec 2021 |
| 5 | Herbst am Moorkanal. Verso: Louise Modersohn-Breling im grünen Kleid, 1923 | Painting | $61,655 | Kunsthaus Lempertz | Jun 2020 |
| 6 | Schützenfest in Worpswede, 1916 | Oil on wood panel | $59,918 | Galerie Kornfeld Auktionen Bern | Jun 2022 |
| 7 | Heinrich Brelings Töchter, circa 1910 | Öl auf Pappe | $51,954 | Ketterer Kunst | Dec 2004 |
| 8 | Unter Birken, 1902 | Painting | $49,284 | Kunsthaus Lempertz | Jun 2024 |
| 9 | Sommertag in Vorderhindelang, 1932 | Painting | $48,612 | Kunsthaus Lempertz | Jun 2023 |
| 10 | Überschwemmung an der Wümme, 1938 | Oil on canvas | $48,532 | Ketterer Kunst | Jun 2013 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 170 | $18,177 |
| Other | 5 | $4,111 |
| Works on paper | 6 | $3,979 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 146 | $18,478 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 31 | $9,579 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 264 results from 13 houses · How we compute these figures
Otto Modersohn is a German artist with 359 auction lots recorded since 1991, median price $16,144. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Otto Modersohn sold in 2026 for $22,693, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 263 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Otto Modersohn work is $16,144.
The median Otto Modersohn painting sells for $17,557 across 225 lots.
The median Otto Modersohn work on paper sells for $4,295 across 37 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Otto Modersohn paintings typically sell for $12,766–$24,218 (the middle half of 192 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Otto Modersohn paintings typically sell for $7,030–$15,848 (the middle half of 28 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 287 | $17,557‡ | $152,100 | 78.4% | 2026-06-26 |
| Works on Paper | 50 | $4,295†‡ | $36,621 | 74% | 2025-12-05 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 14 | $60,786‡ | $152,100 | — | 2025-12-10 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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) | 28 | $7,030–$15,848‡ | $10,784‡ | $59,918 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 192 | $12,766–$24,218‡ | $18,164‡ | $110,589‡ |
‡ 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) | 24 | $1,249–$4,261†‡ | $2,817†‡ | $13,827 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 13 | $11,977–$30,428 | $18,164 | $36,621 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 | 2019 | $152,100 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $118,201 |
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $36,621 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $33,314 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Otto Modersohn worth?
Across 263 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Otto Modersohn work is $16,144. The median Otto Modersohn painting sells for $17,557 across 225 lots. The median Otto Modersohn work on paper sells for $4,295 across 37 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Otto Modersohn paintings typically sell for $12,766–$24,218 (the middle half of 192 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Otto Modersohn paintings typically sell for $7,030–$15,848 (the middle half of 28 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 Otto Modersohn painting?
Based on 225 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Otto Modersohn painting is $17,557. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Otto Modersohn's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Otto Modersohn painting is $152,100.
What is the average price of a Otto Modersohn work on paper?
Based on 37 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Otto Modersohn work on paper is $4,295. 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 Otto Modersohn's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Otto Modersohn work on paper is $36,621.
What is the average price of a medium Otto Modersohn painting?
Based on 192 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Otto Modersohn painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $18,164, 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 Otto Modersohn painting?
Based on 28 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Otto Modersohn painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $10,784, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Otto Modersohn's auction record?
Otto Modersohn's auction record is $152,100, set in 2019.
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