Paolo de Poli (1905–1996)
What is Paolo de Poli’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 61 auction results for Paolo de Poli at 15 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $4,096 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,086–$5,120, n=17). The auction record is $21,305 for A group of fifteen vessels (2018, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A group of fifteen vessels, 1960 | Enamelled copper | $21,305 | Christie's | Oct 2018 |
| 2 | Two large bowls | Enamelled hammered copper | $16,816 | Phillips | Apr 2014 |
| 3 | Two large vases and dish, 1962 | Enamelled chased copper | $14,327 | Phillips | Apr 2015 |
| 4 | Two bottles | Enamelled hammered copper | $13,663 | Phillips | Apr 2014 |
| 5 | Group of thirteen coasters and two stars, circa 1960 | Enamelled copper | $13,480 | Phillips | Apr 2023 |
| 6 | Large vase, model no. 4074, 1951 | Enamelled copper | $12,137 | Phillips | Nov 2024 |
| 7 | Paon, 1905 | Copper | $11,944 | PIASA | Jul 2026 |
| 8 | Nine bowls, circa 1958 | Enamelled copper | $11,531 | Phillips | May 2022 |
| 9 | Large platter and bowl, 1950s | Enamelled chased copper | $11,354 | Phillips | Oct 2015 |
| 10 | Two large bowls, 1950s | Enamelled hammered copper | $9,837 | Phillips | Sep 2014 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 46 | $4,968 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 42 | $4,839 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 61 results from 15 houses · How we compute these figures
Paolo de Poli is an Italian artist with 374 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $4,420. 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 Paolo de Poli sold in 2026 for $11,944, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 59 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Paolo de Poli work is $4,420.
The median Paolo de Poli sculpture sells for $11,944 across 3 lots.
The median Paolo de Poli work on paper sells for $1,645 across 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 3 | $1,645 | $1,795 | — | 2026-04-17 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 4 | $11,944 | $13,663 | 75% | 2026-07-02 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $16,816 | $21,305 | — | 2018-10-17 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2014 | $13,663 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $11,944 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $1,795 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $1,645 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Paolo de Poli worth?
Across 59 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Paolo de Poli work is $4,420. The median Paolo de Poli sculpture sells for $11,944 across 3 lots. The median Paolo de Poli work on paper sells for $1,645 across 3 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 Paolo de Poli's auction record?
Paolo de Poli's auction record is $21,305, set in 2018.
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