Théo Tobiasse (1927–2012)
What is Théo Tobiasse’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 518 auction results for Théo Tobiasse at 66 houses since 1991. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,179 including buyer’s premium (middle half $367–$6,168, n=26). The auction record is $104,888 for JACOB ET SA FAMILLE ARRIVENT EN EGYPTE (2009, Artcurial). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | L'homme qui danse avec une chevre | — | $50,000 | Sotheby's | Oct 2008 |
| 2 | Mélodie de Lumière pour Retrouver Esther | Oil and crayon on collaged canvas | $49,000 | Sotheby's | Feb 2008 |
| 3 | Si Vence etait dans le Sina, 1973 | Oil on canvas | $48,000 | Bukowskis | Nov 1993 |
| 4 | Les comédiens de chiffons, 1990 | Oil on canvas | $46,875 | Fineartauctionsmiami | Apr 2017 |
| 5 | Le Chat sur la Table | Oil on canvas | $46,000 | Sotheby's | Sep 2007 |
| 6 | Danse pour un Petit Marchand des 4 Saisons | Oil on canvas | $40,000 | Sotheby's | Feb 2008 |
| 7 | L'Homme simple et la Poule rouge, 1964 | Oil/canvas | $40,000 | Bukowskis | Nov 1993 |
| 8 | Les mariés de la piazza San Marco | Huile sur toile | $39,508 | Tajan | Apr 2012 |
| 9 | M'est apparue dans toute son épaisseur | Oil on canvas | $37,500 | Sotheby's | Oct 2009 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JACOB ET SA FAMILLE ARRIVENT EN EGYPTE | Lithographie | $104,888 | Artcurial | Nov 2009 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 102 | $12,701 |
| Works on paper | 30 | $6,669 |
| Other | 34 | $4,730 |
| Sculpture | 8 | $2,678 |
| Prints | 68 | $377 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $23,125 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 162 | $5,269 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 27 | $3,098 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 518 results from 66 houses · How we compute these figures
Théo Tobiasse is a French artist with 798 auction lots recorded since 1989, median price $2,289. 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 Théo Tobiasse is recorded as sold in 2026 for $2,793; whether the price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 500 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Théo Tobiasse work is $2,289.
The median Théo Tobiasse print sells for $276 across 214 lots.
The median Théo Tobiasse painting sells for $12,416 across 146 lots.
The median Théo Tobiasse work on paper sells for $5,268 across 56 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Théo Tobiasse prints typically sell for $137–$438 (the middle half of 168 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Théo Tobiasse paintings typically sell for $8,400–$21,250 (the middle half of 101 sold 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 | 281 | $276†‡ | $104,888 | 76.2% | 2026-10-07 |
| Paintings | 180 | $12,416†‡ | $48,000 | 81.1% | 2026-06-19 |
| Works on Paper | 81 | $5,268†‡ | $27,000 | 69.1% | 2026-05-22 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 15 | $2,289†‡ | $10,657 | 73.3% | 2026-05-27 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 26 | $34,688†‡ | $104,888 | — | 2017-04-29 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Théo Tobiasse's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (281 lots) median $276 with 76.2% sell-through. Paintings (180 lots) median $12,416, record $48,000. A typical Théo Tobiasse painting sells for around 45× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 26 lots) the median is $34,688.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 29 | $221–$436†‡ | $325†‡ | $4,250 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 168 | $137–$438†‡ | $273†‡ | $5,925† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 27 | $3,493–$7,570†‡ | $4,951†‡ | $20,883 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 101 | $8,400–$21,250†‡ | $15,000†‡ | $48,000 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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) | 8 | $1,587–$2,753†‡ | $2,188†‡ | $3,876 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 36 | $3,336–$8,427†‡ | $6,022†‡ | $22,680 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $613–$2,917† | $2,620† | $3,546 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2009 | $104,888 |
| Paintings | 1993 | $48,000 |
| Paintings | 2017 | $46,875 |
| Works on Paper | 1994 | $27,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $22,680 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2013 | $10,657 |
| Prints & Editions | 2007 | $5,925† |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2019 | $3,546 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Théo Tobiasse worth?
Across 500 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Théo Tobiasse work is $2,289. The median Théo Tobiasse print sells for $276 across 214 lots. The median Théo Tobiasse painting sells for $12,416 across 146 lots. The median Théo Tobiasse work on paper sells for $5,268 across 56 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Théo Tobiasse prints typically sell for $137–$438 (the middle half of 168 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Théo Tobiasse paintings typically sell for $8,400–$21,250 (the middle half of 101 sold 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 Théo Tobiasse print?
Based on 214 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Théo Tobiasse print is $276. 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 Théo Tobiasse's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Théo Tobiasse print is $104,888.
What is the average price of a Théo Tobiasse painting?
Based on 146 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Théo Tobiasse painting is $12,416. 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 Théo Tobiasse's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Théo Tobiasse painting is $48,000.
What is the average price of a Théo Tobiasse work on paper?
Based on 56 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Théo Tobiasse work on paper is $5,268. 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 Théo Tobiasse's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Théo Tobiasse work on paper is $27,000.
What is the average price of a medium Théo Tobiasse print?
Based on 168 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Théo Tobiasse print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $273, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. 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 medium Théo Tobiasse painting?
Based on 101 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Théo Tobiasse painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $15,000, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. 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 Théo Tobiasse's auction record?
Théo Tobiasse's auction record is $50,000, set in 2008.
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