Vasa (b. 1933)
What is Vasa’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 177 auction results for Vasa at 11 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,591 including buyer’s premium (middle half $999–$3,741, n=30). The auction record is $82,550 for Six Columns (#H564) (2026, Los Angeles Modern Auctions). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Six Columns (#H564), 1993 | Acrylic paint | $82,550 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Feb 2026 |
| 2 | Column (#H396), 1993 | Acrylic paint | $78,740 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Nov 2025 |
| 3 | Towers (4), 1977 | Acrylic paint | $50,000 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Dec 2021 |
| 4 | Four Column Tower #1497, 1980 | Acrylic paint | $44,100 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Feb 2023 |
| 5 | Tower (4), 1976 | Acrylic paint | $37,500 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | May 2015 |
| 6 | Large Column (#3096), 2005 | Acrylic paint | $24,320 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Mar 2026 |
| 7 | #1394 (five columns), 1979 | Acrylic paint | $20,000 | Wright | Dec 2015 |
| 8 | #737 (Sphere), 1975 | Aluminum | $20,000 | Wright | Jun 2015 |
| 9 | #2039 H. L. Quartet (4) | Acrylic paint | $18,750 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | May 2019 |
| 10 | Untitled (Tower), 1933 | Acrylic | $17,920 | Bonhams | Mar 2024 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 55 | $4,063 |
| Paintings | 26 | $4,000 |
| Sculpture | 89 | $3,600 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 37 | $11,880 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 29 | $4,688 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 93 | $1,651 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 177 results from 11 houses · How we compute these figures
Vasa is an American/Yugoslavian artist with 201 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $3,675. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Vasa sold in 2026 for a hammer price of $14,000 (buyer's premium not included), according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Vasa on OpeningBid →What is a Vasa work worth?
Across 177 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Vasa work is $3,675.
The median Vasa painting sells for $4,032 across 144 lots.
The median Vasa sculpture sells for $1,400 across 18 lots.
The median Vasa print sells for $7,500 across 2 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Vasa paintings typically sell for $1,002–$4,063 (the middle half of 82 sold lots).
Large (over 120 cm) Vasa paintings typically sell for $8,750–$17,710 (the middle half of 31 sold lots).
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2 | $7,500 | $8,750 | — | 2021-11-09 |
| Paintings | 157 | $4,032 | $82,550 | 91.7% | 2026-03-26 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 18 | $1,400† | $20,000 | — | 2025-09-30 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 9 | $37,500 | $82,550 | — | 2026-03-26 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Vasa's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (2 lots) median $7,500. Paintings (157 lots) median $4,032, record $82,550. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 9 lots) the median is $37,500.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 82 | $1,002–$4,063 | $2,036 | $10,625 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 26 | $3,850–$8,908 | $4,688 | $37,500 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 31 | $8,750–$17,710 | $12,600 | $82,550 |
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 12 | $553–$1,400† | $950† | $4,000 |
† 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 | 2026 | $82,550 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $78,740 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2015 | $20,000 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2015 | $9,375 |
| Prints & Editions | 2021 | $8,750 |
| Prints & Editions | 2021 | $6,250 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Vasa worth?
Across 177 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Vasa work is $3,675. The median Vasa painting sells for $4,032 across 144 lots. The median Vasa sculpture sells for $1,400 across 18 lots. The median Vasa print sells for $7,500 across 2 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Vasa paintings typically sell for $1,002–$4,063 (the middle half of 82 sold lots). Large (over 120 cm) Vasa paintings typically sell for $8,750–$17,710 (the middle half of 31 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Vasa painting?
Based on 144 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Vasa painting is $4,032.
What is Vasa's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Vasa painting is $82,550.
What is the average price of a Vasa sculpture?
Based on 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Vasa sculpture is $1,400. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Vasa's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Vasa sculpture is $20,000.
What is the average price of a small Vasa painting?
Based on 82 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Vasa painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $2,036, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a large Vasa painting?
Based on 31 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Vasa painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $12,600, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Vasa's auction record?
Vasa's auction record is $82,550, set in 2026.
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