René Herbst (1891–1982)
What is René Herbst’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 53 auction results for René Herbst at 15 houses since 2004. Over the last 24 months the median price was $635 including buyer’s premium (middle half $610–$8,962, n=7). The auction record is $92,337 for modèle 'n. 114' (2023, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | modèle 'n. 114', 1891 | Chrome plated steel, springs and leatherette | $92,337 | Christie's | Oct 2023 |
| 2 | Desk, 1930 | Aluminum | $45,600 | Sotheby's | Dec 2024 |
| 3 | Lampadaire, circa 1930 | Nickel-plated metal and bakelite | $37,820 | Sotheby's | May 2022 |
| 4 | Table from the Apartment of René Herbst, Paris | — | $37,000 | Sotheby's | Mar 2008 |
| 5 | Unique desk, from the architect’s residence, Rue de Chateaubriand, Paris | Mahogany, painted wood, perforated painted steel, nickel | $29,178 | Phillips | Apr 2016 |
| 6 | A Unique Chrome-Plated Tubular Brass and Glass Chandelier, 1891 | Chrome | $28,800 | Christie's | Dec 2006 |
| 7 | Occasional table, circa 1926 | Stained beech | $26,138 | Phillips | May 2022 |
| 8 | Lampe de table moderniste, vers 1930 | — | $24,253 | Sotheby's | Nov 2008 |
| 9 | GUERIDON MODERNISTE, 1891 | Stainless steel | $22,804 | Christie's | May 2007 |
| 10 | Ceiling Light, 1929 | Chrome | $22,680 | Sotheby's | Dec 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 33 | $2,500 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $20,541 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 20 | $1,175 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $219 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 53 results from 15 houses · How we compute these figures
René Herbst is a French artist with 98 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $3,844. 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 René Herbst sold in 2026 for $14,080, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 50 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a René Herbst work is $3,844.
The median René Herbst sculpture sells for $8,962 across 6 lots.
The median René Herbst print sells for $250 across 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 1 | $250 | $250 | — | 2022-07-28 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 11 | $8,962 | $92,337 | 54.5% | 2026-10-08 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $55,283† | $92,337 | — | 2023-10-03 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2023 | $92,337 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2024 | $45,600 |
| Prints & Editions | 2022 | $250 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a René Herbst worth?
Across 50 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a René Herbst work is $3,844. The median René Herbst sculpture sells for $8,962 across 6 lots. The median René Herbst print sells for $250 across 1 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 René Herbst sculpture?
Based on 6 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a René Herbst sculpture is $8,962.
What is René Herbst's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a René Herbst sculpture is $92,337.
What is René Herbst's auction record?
René Herbst's auction record is $92,337, set in 2023.
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