Vittorio Sella (1859–1943)
What is Vittorio Sella’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 65 auction results for Vittorio Sella at 13 houses since 2008. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,469 including buyer’s premium (middle half $979–$2,088, n=30). The auction record is $8,070 for Il K2 (2026, Aste Bolaffi). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Il K2, 1909 | Vintage silver gelatin photographic print | $8,070 | Aste Bolaffi | May 2026 |
| 2 | Mont Blanc and Lake Chécrouit | Gelatin silver print | $2,585 | Aste Bolaffi | Nov 2025 |
| 3 | Ghiacciaio di Verra, Breithorn, anni 1890/1900, 1890 | Stampa alla gelatina ai sali d'argento | $2,479 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Apr 2024 |
| 4 | Monte Rosa | Stampa vintage alla gelatina ai sali d'argento | $2,121 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Sep 2025 |
| 5 | La Regina Margherita ed il suo seguito al Colle di Lys, 1893 | Stampa alla gelatina ai sali d'argento | $2,104 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Jan 2026 |
| 6 | Margherita Peak of Ruwenzori from Alexandra Peak, 1906, 1906 | Gelatin silver print | $2,040 | Bonhams | Jan 2026 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | K2, 1909 | Stampa alla gelatina ai sali d'argento a cura dell'Istituto di Fotografia Alpina "V. Sella" | $3,908 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Jan 2026 |
| 2 | K2, 1909 | Stampa alla gelatina ai sali d'argento a cura dell'Istituto di Fotografia Alpina "V. Sella" | $3,266 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | Jun 2025 |
| 3 | Il Gran Paradiso dal Col Baretti, 1894 | Stampa alla gelatina ai sali d'argento | $2,515 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | May 2026 |
| 4 | Cervino Rothern, 1887 | Stampa alla gelatina ai sali d'argento | $2,367 | Finarte Casa d'Aste | May 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Photographs | 56 | $1,076 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 56 | $1,076 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 65 results from 13 houses · How we compute these figures
Vittorio Sella is an Italian artist with 113 auction lots recorded since 2008, median price $1,063. 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 Vittorio Sella sold in 2026 for $2,515, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Vittorio Sella on OpeningBid →What is a Vittorio Sella work worth?
Across 64 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Vittorio Sella work is $1,063.
The median Vittorio Sella photograph sells for $1,052 across 61 lots.
The median Vittorio Sella print sells for $8,070 across 2 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Vittorio Sella photographs typically sell for $750–$1,652 (the middle half of 58 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 | 2 | $8,070 | $8,070 | — | 2026-06-12 |
| Photography | 98 | $1,052†‡ | $3,908 | 62.2% | 2026-05-18 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $3,587 | $8,070 | — | 2026-05-12 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Photography
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 58 | $750–$1,652†‡ | $1,058†‡ | $3,908 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $8,070 |
| Photography | 2026 | $3,908 |
| Photography | 2025 | $3,266 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Vittorio Sella worth?
Across 64 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Vittorio Sella work is $1,063. The median Vittorio Sella photograph sells for $1,052 across 61 lots. The median Vittorio Sella print sells for $8,070 across 2 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Vittorio Sella photographs typically sell for $750–$1,652 (the middle half of 58 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 Vittorio Sella photograph?
Based on 61 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Vittorio Sella photograph is $1,052. 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 Vittorio Sella's most expensive photograph?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Vittorio Sella photograph is $3,908.
What is the average price of a small Vittorio Sella photograph?
Based on 58 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Vittorio Sella photograph (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,058, 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 Vittorio Sella's auction record?
Vittorio Sella's auction record is $8,070, set in 2026.
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