Pierre Balmain (1914–1982)
What is Pierre Balmain’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 9 auction results for Pierre Balmain at 5 houses since 2017. Over the last 24 months the median price was $3,302 including buyer’s premium (middle half $411–$3,810, n=5). The auction record is $8,890 for Mazurka Ball Gown and Stole (2025, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mazurka Ball Gown and Stole, 1966 | Ball gown and stole | $8,890 | Sotheby's | Jun 2025 |
| 2 | Nine couture designs for Lady Spencer | Watercolour, pen and ink, gold and silver pen, glitter and fabric swatches on paper | $6,148 | Christie's | Jul 2017 |
| 3 | Haute Couture Ivory Silk Beaded Evening Gown, 1966 | The bodice encrusted with embossed silver florets, rhinestones and trefoil glass beads, silk waistband with tie-bow | $3,810 | Sotheby's | Jun 2025 |
| 4 | Haute Couture Embroidered Chiffon and Brown Velvet Evening Gown, 1959 | Silk | $3,302 | Sotheby's | Jun 2025 |
| 5 | A BLUE WOOL DRESS AND JACKET | Wool | $647 | Christie's | Jul 2017 |
| 6 | A SLEEVELESS BALL GOWN IN SEA BLUE SATIN, 1990s | Satin | $647 | Christie's | Jul 2017 |
| 7 | BALMAIN (Pierre) | Ink on paper | $411 | Artcurial | Sep 2025 |
| 8 | Wool Day Dress | Wool | $93 | Capsule Gallery Auction | Sep 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 5 | $647 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 9 results from 5 houses · How we compute these figures
Pierre Balmain is a French artist with 8 auction lots recorded since 2017, median price $3,302.
A work by Pierre Balmain sold in 2025 for $8,890, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Pierre Balmain on OpeningBid →What is a Pierre Balmain work worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Pierre Balmain work is $3,302.
The median Pierre Balmain work on paper sells for $3,279 across 2 lots.
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2 | $3,279 | $6,148 | — | 2025-09-30 |
| Photography | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $6,148 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $411 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Pierre Balmain worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Pierre Balmain work is $3,302. The median Pierre Balmain work on paper sells for $3,279 across 2 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Pierre Balmain's auction record?
Pierre Balmain's auction record is $8,890, set in 2025.
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