Raffaello Sorbi (1844–1931)
What is Raffaello Sorbi’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 35 auction results for Raffaello Sorbi at 10 houses since 1996. Over the last 24 months the median price was $8,723 including buyer’s premium (middle half $3,681–$10,760, n=5). The auction record is $297,522 for A sunlit osteria (2004, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A sunlit osteria, 1913 | Oil paint | $297,522 | Christie's | Jun 2004 |
| 2 | The winning hand, 1885 | Oil paint | $218,155 | Christie's | Dec 2002 |
| 3 | The Harvest Dance, 1844 | Oil paint | $122,500 | Christie's | Nov 2012 |
| 4 | A Game of Bocce, 1881 | Oil on canvas | $63,810 | Sotheby's | Dec 2023 |
| 5 | Rhea, 1873 | Oil paint | $63,444 | Christie's | Nov 2006 |
| 6 | Stopping for a Drink, 1844 | Oil paint | $56,250 | Christie's | Nov 2012 |
| 7 | Trattoria di Campagna, 1844 | Painting | $41,935 | Bonhams | Sep 2022 |
| 8 | The Evening Walk-Environs of Florence, 1844 | Oil paint | $29,719 | Christie's | Jul 2018 |
| 9 | Itinerant musicians, 1844 | Painting | $29,243 | Bonhams | Mar 2024 |
| 10 | A game of Morra, 1844 | Oil paint | $24,589 | Christie's | Jul 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 25 | $9,987 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 11 | $41,935 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 13 | $3,681 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 35 results from 10 houses · How we compute these figures
Raffaello Sorbi is an Italian artist with 98 auction lots recorded since 1989, median price $10,373.
A work by Raffaello Sorbi sold in 2025 for $24,589, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 33 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Raffaello Sorbi work is $10,373.
The median Raffaello Sorbi painting sells for $10,373 across 30 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 50 | $10,373 | $297,522 | 60% | 2026-03-11 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | — | — | — | 2026-05-22 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $218,155 | $297,522 | — | 2012-11-01 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 12 | $1,055–$4,656 | $3,445 | $63,810 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 11 | $26,916–$92,972 | $41,935 | $297,522 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2004 | $297,522 |
| Paintings | 2002 | $218,155 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Raffaello Sorbi worth?
Across 33 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Raffaello Sorbi work is $10,373. The median Raffaello Sorbi painting sells for $10,373 across 30 lots.
What is the average price of a Raffaello Sorbi painting?
Based on 30 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Raffaello Sorbi painting is $10,373.
What is Raffaello Sorbi's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Raffaello Sorbi painting is $297,522.
What is the average price of a small Raffaello Sorbi painting?
Based on 12 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Raffaello Sorbi painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $3,445, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a medium Raffaello Sorbi painting?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Raffaello Sorbi painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $41,935, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Raffaello Sorbi's auction record?
Raffaello Sorbi's auction record is $297,522, set in 2004.
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