> Source: https://www.openingbid.art/artist/umberto-riva · updated 2026-11-02

# Umberto Riva (1928–2021)

## What is Umberto Riva’s work worth? {#value}

As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 26 auction results for Umberto Riva at 10 houses since 2004. Over the last 24 months the median price was $4,256 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,198–$7,531, n=8). The auction record is $16,109 for Large 'King' table lamp (2025, Phillips). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.

**Top auction records: paintings, drawings & sculpture**

| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Large 'King' table lamp, circa 1973 | Coloured fiberglass | $16,109 | Phillips | Apr 2025 |
| 2 | Lampada da tavolo mod. Veronese, 1984 | Struttura in metallo cromato e sostegni in legno. Diffusore in vetro di Murano colorato. Riflettore interno in cristallo | $9,969 | Cambi Casa d'Aste | Mar 2026 |
| 3 | Arighi lounge chairs, 1986 | Lacquer | $6,930 | Wright | Jun 2023 |
| 4 | Paravent, 1928 | Umberto Riva (1928-2021) | $6,719 | PIASA | Jul 2026 |
| 5 | Arighi lounge chairs, 1986 | Lounge chairs | $6,500 | Wright | Dec 2020 |
| 6 | Veronese table lamp, 1984 | Glass | $6,096 | Wright | Jun 2025 |
| 7 | table lamp, 1973 | Chrome | $4,200 | Wright | Dec 2005 |
| 8 | Medusa table lamps, 1972 | Chrome steel | $2,500 | Wright | Sep 2012 |
| 9 | Lampada da tavolo mod. Bubbola, circa 1970 | Struttura in materiale plastico, dettagli in metallo. Diffusore in vetro satinato | $2,416 | Cambi Casa d'Aste | May 2026 |
| 10 | Bubbola, 1960 | Chrome | $1,994 | Artcurial | May 2024 |


**Median price by medium (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 26 | $1,276 |

**Median price by size (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 7 | $6,096 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 15 | $1,270 |

Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 26 results from 10 houses · [How we compute these figures](https://www.openingbid.art/methodology/price-data)


Umberto Riva is an Italian artist with 41 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $1,276.

A work by Umberto Riva sold in 2026 for $6,719, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

**1 Umberto Riva work is coming to auction** (as of 2026-11-02).

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## What is a Umberto Riva work worth?

Across 26 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Umberto Riva work is $1,276.

The median Umberto Riva sculpture sells for $375 across 3 lots.

## Price breakdown by category

| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 4 | $375 | $16,109 | 75% | 2025-04-30 |

## Notable results

| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $16,109 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2014 | $375 |

The highest recorded result in each medium. The full sale history is in the OpeningBid app (free sign-up).

## Frequently asked questions

### What is a Umberto Riva worth?

Across 26 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Umberto Riva work is $1,276. The median Umberto Riva sculpture sells for $375 across 3 lots.

### What is Umberto Riva's auction record?

Umberto Riva's auction record is $16,109, set in 2025.

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Data last updated 2026-11-02. OpeningBid tracks 15,390,829 auction lots from 577 auction houses, refreshed nightly.

Cite this page as: OpeningBid, “Umberto Riva auction prices”, https://www.openingbid.art/artist/umberto-riva (updated 2026-11-02).

Historical auction data, not investment advice. Prices are premium-inclusive USD where the buyer's premium is recorded. Figures marked † are hammer prices (buyer's premium not included); ‡ marks a price whose basis is not yet verified. Non-USD results are converted at the sale month's rate.