Richard Oelze (1900–1980)
Richard Oelze is a German artist with 37 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $34,086. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Richard Oelze sold in 2025 for $180,419, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Richard Oelze on OpeningBid →What is a Richard Oelze work worth?
Across 22 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Richard Oelze work is $34,086.
The median Richard Oelze work on paper sells for $7,062 across 11 lots.
The median Richard Oelze painting sells for $66,116 across 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 11 | $66,116 | $386,685 | — | 2025-12-07 |
| Works on Paper | 19 | $7,062‡ | $30,729 | 57.9% | 2025-12-05 |
| Photography | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $180,419 | $386,685 | — | 2025-12-07 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $53,643–$75,794 | $66,116 | $180,419 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $6,151–$16,148 | $8,357 | $30,729 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2021 | $386,685 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $180,419 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $30,729 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $23,873 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Richard Oelze worth?
Across 22 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Richard Oelze work is $34,086. The median Richard Oelze work on paper sells for $7,062 across 11 lots. The median Richard Oelze painting sells for $66,116 across 11 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Richard Oelze work on paper?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Richard Oelze work on paper is $7,062. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Richard Oelze's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Richard Oelze work on paper is $30,729.
What is the average price of a Richard Oelze painting?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Richard Oelze painting is $66,116.
What is Richard Oelze's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Richard Oelze painting is $386,685.
What is Richard Oelze's auction record?
Richard Oelze's auction record is $386,685, set in 2021.
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