Renato Birolli (1905–1959)
What is Renato Birolli’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 94 auction results for Renato Birolli at 13 houses since 1993. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,299 including buyer’s premium (middle half $408–$11,426, n=14). The auction record is $273,159 for Il verde alle cinque terre (2010, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Il verde alle cinque terre, 1905 | Olio su tela | $273,159 | Christie's | Nov 2010 |
| 2 | Incendio notturno | Olio su tela | $154,693 | Sotheby's | Nov 2008 |
| 3 | Espansione no. 4, 1957 | Oil paint | $99,809 | Christie's | Oct 2003 |
| 4 | Cercando il blu del mare | Olio su tela | $97,390 | Sotheby's | Nov 2011 |
| 5 | Incendio nelle Cinque Terre, 1957 | Oil paint | $92,421 | Christie's | Oct 2002 |
| 6 | Campagna lombarda, 1953 | Oil on canvas | $85,223 | Il Ponte Casa d'Aste | Nov 2021 |
| 7 | Incendio delle Cinque Terre, 1957 | Oil Painting | $68,983 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Apr 1996 |
| 8 | Lampare a Manarola | Olio su tela | $62,684 | Sotheby's | May 2010 |
| 9 | Momento Estemporaneo, 1958 | Olio su tela | $51,999 | Christie's | Apr 2019 |
| 10 | Canto duro, 1905 | Olio su tela | $39,647 | Christie's | Nov 2008 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 53 | $11,347 |
| Works on paper | 10 | $1,082 |
| Other | 13 | $302 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 8 | $51,073 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 35 | $11,771 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 32 | $1,813 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 94 results from 13 houses · How we compute these figures
Renato Birolli is an Italian artist with 186 auction lots recorded since 1990, median price $7,104. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Renato Birolli sold in 2025 for $12,079, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Renato Birolli on OpeningBid →What is a Renato Birolli work worth?
Across 94 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Renato Birolli work is $7,104.
The median Renato Birolli painting sells for $11,559 across 57 lots.
The median Renato Birolli work on paper sells for $679 across 19 lots.
The median Renato Birolli print sells for $165 across 3 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Renato Birolli paintings typically sell for $9,406–$24,105 (the middle half of 31 sold 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 | 4 | $165 | $165 | 75% | 2025-12-02 |
| Paintings | 74 | $11,559‡ | $273,159 | 77% | 2026-05-27 |
| Works on Paper | 25 | $679 | $5,749 | 76% | 2025-09-16 |
| Photography | 1 | — | — | — | 2019-10-26 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $124,302‡ | $273,159 | — | 2018-05-16 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Renato Birolli's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (4 lots) median $165 with 75% sell-through. Paintings (74 lots) median $11,559, record $273,159. A typical Renato Birolli painting sells for around 70× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 5 lots) the median is $124,302.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 15 | $2,013–$6,858 | $4,526 | $13,476 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 31 | $9,406–$24,105‡ | $13,557‡ | $99,809 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $26,577–$88,822 | $68,983 | $273,159 |
‡ 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) | 11 | $285–$1,450 | $609 | $2,791 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2010 | $273,159 |
| Paintings | 2003 | $99,809 |
| Works on Paper | 1996 | $5,749 |
| Works on Paper | 1996 | $3,242 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $165 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Renato Birolli worth?
Across 94 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Renato Birolli work is $7,104. The median Renato Birolli painting sells for $11,559 across 57 lots. The median Renato Birolli work on paper sells for $679 across 19 lots. The median Renato Birolli print sells for $165 across 3 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Renato Birolli paintings typically sell for $9,406–$24,105 (the middle half of 31 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Renato Birolli painting?
Based on 57 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Renato Birolli painting is $11,559. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Renato Birolli's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Renato Birolli painting is $273,159.
What is the average price of a Renato Birolli work on paper?
Based on 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Renato Birolli work on paper is $679.
What is Renato Birolli's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Renato Birolli work on paper is $5,749.
What is the average price of a medium Renato Birolli painting?
Based on 31 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Renato Birolli painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $13,557, 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 Renato Birolli painting?
Based on 15 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Renato Birolli painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $4,526, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Renato Birolli's auction record?
Renato Birolli's auction record is $273,159, set in 2010.
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