Sven Markelius (1889–1972)
Sven Markelius is a Swedish artist with 78 auction lots recorded since 2000, median price $2,401. 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 Sven Markelius sold in 2026 for $2,560, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Sven Markelius on OpeningBid →What is a Sven Markelius work worth?
Across 53 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Sven Markelius work is $2,401.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 1 | — | — | — | 2018-06-26 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 9 | $7,134 | $11,321 | — | 2016-06-02 |
Frequently asked questions
What is a Sven Markelius worth?
Across 53 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Sven Markelius work is $2,401. 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 Sven Markelius's auction record?
Sven Markelius's auction record is $11,321, set in 2006.
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