Ursula (1921–1999)
What is Ursula’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 42 auction results for Ursula at 7 houses since 2015. Over the last 24 months the median price was $6,376 including buyer’s premium (middle half $4,494–$8,820, n=8). The auction record is $75,682 for Eine feine Gesellschaft (2023, Van Ham Kunstauktionen). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eine feine Gesellschaft, 1997 | Öl auf Leinwand | $75,682 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Jun 2023 |
| 2 | Salome, 1962 | Öl auf Leinwand | $24,218 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Dec 2021 |
| 3 | Geburtstagsporträt, 1956 | Öl auf Hartfaser | $22,705 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Dec 2021 |
| 4 | Sein Fetisch-Traum, 1992 | Öl und Lack auf Holz | $19,677 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Jun 2024 |
| 5 | Engel-Reigen mit den Höllen-Hunden, 1997 | Öl auf Leinwand | $17,202 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Jun 2023 |
| 6 | ... elle a beaucoup de désirs, 1960 | Signée et datée en bas vers la gauche "Ursula | $14,597 | Artcurial | Mar 2022 |
| 7 | Europa auf dem Stier, 1987 | Painting | $13,703 | Kunsthaus Lempertz | Dec 2023 |
| 8 | Lockenköpfchen I-III, 1987 | Jeweils Öl auf Leinwand, eines mit Pelz collagiert | $13,623 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Jun 2024 |
| 9 | In Loulé, 1991 | Painting | $13,503 | Kunsthaus Lempertz | Jun 2023 |
| 10 | Le langage des cygnes, 1995 | Öl auf Leinwand | $12,109 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Nov 2024 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 18 | $10,974 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $14,274 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 13 | $9,839 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 42 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
Ursula is a German artist with 57 auction lots recorded since 2015, median price $4,541. 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 Ursula sold in 2026 for $6,002, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full Ursula record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View Ursula on OpeningBid →What is a Ursula work worth?
Across 42 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ursula work is $4,541.
The median Ursula painting sells for $9,354 across 22 lots.
The median Ursula work on paper sells for $1,461 across 12 lots.
The median Ursula print sells for $437 across 3 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 | 4 | $437‡ | $530 | 75% | 2026-10-10 |
| Paintings | 23 | $9,354 | $75,682 | 95.7% | 2026-06-06 |
| Works on Paper | 12 | $1,461† | $6,233 | — | 2025-09-29 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $24,218 | $75,682 | — | 2023-06-05 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Ursula's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (4 lots) median $437 with 75% sell-through. Paintings (23 lots) median $9,354, record $75,682. A typical Ursula painting sells for around 21× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 3 lots) the median is $24,218.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 15 | $4,919–$13,563 | $8,777 | $22,705 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $8,820–$23,083 | $14,274 | $75,682 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $444–$1,514 | $1,135 | $4,541 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $1,296–$2,836† | $2,182† | $6,233 |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2023 | $75,682 |
| Paintings | 2021 | $24,218 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $3,250 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $1,409† |
| Prints & Editions | 2015 | $437 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $97‡ |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ursula worth?
Across 42 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ursula work is $4,541. The median Ursula painting sells for $9,354 across 22 lots. The median Ursula work on paper sells for $1,461 across 12 lots. The median Ursula print sells for $437 across 3 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 Ursula painting?
Based on 22 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ursula painting is $9,354.
What is Ursula's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ursula painting is $75,682.
What is the average price of a Ursula work on paper?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ursula work on paper is $1,461. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Ursula's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ursula work on paper is $6,233.
What is the average price of a medium Ursula painting?
Based on 15 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Ursula painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $8,777, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Ursula's auction record?
Ursula's auction record is $75,682, set in 2023.
See the full Ursula record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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