Rita Ackermann (b. 1968)
What is Rita Ackermann’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 47 auction results for Rita Ackermann at 13 houses since 2010. Over the last 24 months the median price was $15,360 including buyer’s premium (middle half $7,910–$32,040, n=11). The auction record is $115,500 for Water Lilies in Chalk V (2018, Phillips). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Water Lilies in Chalk V, 2018 | Painting | $115,500 | Phillips | Sep 2018 |
| 2 | Contours in Prime Color Field, 2018-2019 | Oil paint | $97,836 | Sotheby's | Oct 2022 |
| 3 | Fire by Days Blues XIV, 2013 | Painting | $88,200 | Christie's | Mar 2022 |
| 4 | Ice Station Zebra, 2011 | Spray paint | $51,200 | Sotheby's | Nov 2019 |
| 5 | Sameface, 1997 | Acrylic, spray paint and ink on canvas | $41,784 | Christie's | Jun 2026 |
| 6 | Nude 2 or Strip Club 83, 2015 | Oil on board | $33,600 | Sotheby's | Nov 2024 |
| 7 | SKUFFOLD, 2015 | Acrylic, chalk, spray paint and pigment on canvas | $30,480 | Christie's | Feb 2026 |
| 8 | Fire by Days X, 2011 | Painting | $30,000 | Phillips | May 2019 |
| 9 | Burning Ashes, 1998 | Oil paint | $29,213 | Christie's | Jul 2021 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sandman's Dust II, 2022 | Oil paint | $60,655 | Phillips | Oct 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 19 | $17,640 |
| Other | 7 | $9,525 |
| Works on paper | 8 | $6,337 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 12 | $30,240 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 19 | $10,000 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 47 results from 13 houses · How we compute these figures
Rita Ackermann is a Hungarian artist with 60 auction lots recorded since 2010, median price $9,525. 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 Rita Ackermann sold in 2026 for $15,360, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Rita Ackermann on OpeningBid →What is a Rita Ackermann work worth?
Across 45 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Rita Ackermann work is $9,525.
The median Rita Ackermann painting sells for $17,640 across 21 lots.
The median Rita Ackermann work on paper sells for $3,375 across 19 lots.
The median Rita Ackermann print sells for $60,655 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 | $60,655 | $60,655 | — | 2025-10-18 |
| Paintings | 27 | $17,640 | $115,500 | 77.8% | 2026-06-25 |
| Works on Paper | 21 | $3,375†‡ | $15,360 | 90.5% | 2026-07-07 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $97,836 | $115,500 | — | 2022-10-06 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Rita Ackermann's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (1 lots) median $60,655. Paintings (27 lots) median $17,640, record $115,500. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 3 lots) the median is $97,836.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 10 | $8,655–$17,480 | $13,610 | $33,600 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 10 | $29,410–$78,950 | $36,132 | $115,500 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $1,074–$2,489 | $1,475 | $3,375 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 10 | $3,790–$9,881†‡ | $7,349†‡ | $12,711 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2018 | $115,500 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $97,836 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $60,655 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $15,360 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $12,711 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Rita Ackermann worth?
Across 45 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Rita Ackermann work is $9,525. The median Rita Ackermann painting sells for $17,640 across 21 lots. The median Rita Ackermann work on paper sells for $3,375 across 19 lots. The median Rita Ackermann print sells for $60,655 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 Rita Ackermann painting?
Based on 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Rita Ackermann painting is $17,640.
What is Rita Ackermann's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Rita Ackermann painting is $115,500.
What is the average price of a Rita Ackermann work on paper?
Based on 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Rita Ackermann work on paper is $3,375. 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 Rita Ackermann's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Rita Ackermann work on paper is $15,360.
What is the average price of a large Rita Ackermann painting?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Rita Ackermann painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $36,132, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a medium Rita Ackermann painting?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Rita Ackermann painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $13,610, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Rita Ackermann's auction record?
Rita Ackermann's auction record is $115,500, set in 2018.
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