Walter von Nessen (1889–1943)
What is Walter von Nessen’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 157 auction results for Walter von Nessen at 16 houses since 2001. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,084 including buyer’s premium (middle half $408–$1,664, n=64). The auction record is $128,500 for Important and rare chair from the International Exposition of Art and Industry (2013, Wright). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Important and rare chair from the International Exposition of Art and Industry, 1928 | Aluminum | $128,500 | Wright | Jun 2013 |
| 2 | side table, 1930 | Stainless steel | $43,200 | Wright | Mar 2006 |
| 3 | Floor Lamp | Aluminum | $28,750 | Sotheby's | Mar 2011 |
| 4 | Mirror | Polished and nickel-plated brass, pewter and mirrored glass on zinc backing | $28,125 | Sotheby's | Dec 2012 |
| 5 | A Rare Side Table, 1931 | Aluminum and bakelite | $25,000 | Sotheby's | Jun 2010 |
| 6 | An Extremely Rare Table Lamp | Aluminum, chromium-plated steel, and rubber | $25,000 | Sotheby's | Jun 2011 |
| 7 | An Extremely Rare Smoking Stand | Chromium-plated metal and formica | $18,750 | Sotheby's | Dec 2011 |
| 8 | Table, Model No. 451 | Aluminum and bakelite | $18,750 | Sotheby's | Dec 2012 |
| 9 | occasional table, 1931 | Aluminum | $15,600 | Wright | Oct 2006 |
| 10 | Early lounge chair, 1931 | Molded beech | $14,080 | Wright | Jun 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 141 | $1,207 |
| Sculpture | 5 | $750 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 26 | $2,100 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 73 | $1,250 |
| Large (over 120 cm) | 9 | $798 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 157 results from 16 houses · How we compute these figures
Walter von Nessen is a German artist with 159 auction lots recorded since 2001, median price $1,250. 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 Walter von Nessen sold in 2026 for $1,280, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 133 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Walter von Nessen work is $1,250.
The median Walter von Nessen sculpture sells for $1,664 across 33 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 35 | $1,664 | $128,500 | 94.3% | 2026-09-24 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 8 | $26,562 | $128,500 | — | 2013-06-06 |
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 18 | $642–$4,969 | $2,038 | $15,600 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 10 | $656–$2,340 | $1,483 | $128,500 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $469–$1,250 | $798 | $3,750 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2013 | $128,500 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2006 | $43,200 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Walter von Nessen worth?
Across 133 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Walter von Nessen work is $1,250. The median Walter von Nessen sculpture sells for $1,664 across 33 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 Walter von Nessen sculpture?
Based on 33 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Walter von Nessen sculpture is $1,664.
What is Walter von Nessen's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Walter von Nessen sculpture is $128,500.
What is the average price of a small Walter von Nessen sculpture?
Based on 18 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Walter von Nessen sculpture (small (under 50 cm)) is $2,038, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a medium Walter von Nessen sculpture?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Walter von Nessen sculpture (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,483, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Walter von Nessen's auction record?
Walter von Nessen's auction record is $128,500, set in 2013.
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