Werner Berg (1904–1981)
What is Werner Berg’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 308 auction results for Werner Berg at 7 houses since 1994. Over the last 24 months the median price was $7,766 including buyer’s premium (middle half $5,266–$7,766, n=5). The auction record is $293,224 for Kegler, Sommerabend (2020, im Kinsky Auktionshaus). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kegler, Sommerabend, 1979 | Oil on canvas | $293,224 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Mar 2020 |
| 2 | Obir, 1960 | Oil on canvas | $278,186 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Dec 2020 |
| 3 | Häuser im Licht, 1961 | Oil on canvas | $270,668 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Jun 2019 |
| 4 | Gamblers, 1962 | Oil on canvas | $253,533 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Nov 2018 |
| 5 | Sursum corda, 1976 | Oil on canvas; framed | $225,837 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Jun 2024 |
| 6 | Neuschnee, 1969 | Oil on canvas | $225,557 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Dec 2019 |
| 7 | Vor der Heimfahrt, 1958 | Oil on canvas | $210,519 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Jun 2019 |
| 8 | Zwei Frauen auf dem Heimweg, 1962 | Oil on canvas | $203,001 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Jun 2020 |
| 9 | Schlafende in der Bahn, Öl auf Leinwand, 1978 | Oil on canvas | $192,564 | Dorotheum | Jun 2021 |
| 10 | Keusche im Winter, 1974 | Oil on canvas | $180,560 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Mar 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 34 | $140,105 |
| Prints | 49 | $7,766 |
| Works on paper | 13 | $6,385 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $178,143 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 51 | $37,593 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 35 | $7,255 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 308 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
Werner Berg is an Austrian artist with 254 auction lots recorded since 1994, median price $7,286. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Werner Berg is recorded as sold in 2026 for $7,976; whether the price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 227 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Werner Berg work is $7,286.
The median Werner Berg print sells for $5,707 across 30 lots.
The median Werner Berg painting sells for $135,334 across 24 lots.
The median Werner Berg work on paper sells for $6,015 across 3 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Werner Berg paintings typically sell for $87,412–$181,676 (the middle half of 24 sold lots).
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 30 | $5,707‡ | $15,037 | — | 2025-04-17 |
| Paintings | 25 | $135,334‡ | $293,224 | 96% | 2025-05-20 |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $6,015‡ | $14,285 | — | 2026-09-17 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 39 | $150,371‡ | $293,224 | — | 2026-06-24 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Werner Berg's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (30 lots) median $5,707. Paintings (25 lots) median $135,334, record $293,224. A typical Werner Berg painting sells for around 24× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 39 lots) the median is $150,371.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $5,035–$6,939‡ | $5,700‡ | $9,611‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 12 | $5,247–$8,994‡ | $5,864‡ | $15,037 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 24 | $87,412–$181,676‡ | $135,334‡ | $293,224 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2020 | $293,224 |
| Paintings | 2020 | $278,186 |
| Prints & Editions | 2019 | $15,037 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $14,285 |
| Prints & Editions | 2020 | $9,774 |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $6,015 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Werner Berg worth?
Across 227 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Werner Berg work is $7,286. The median Werner Berg print sells for $5,707 across 30 lots. The median Werner Berg painting sells for $135,334 across 24 lots. The median Werner Berg work on paper sells for $6,015 across 3 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Werner Berg paintings typically sell for $87,412–$181,676 (the middle half of 24 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Werner Berg print?
Based on 30 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Werner Berg print is $5,707. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Werner Berg's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Werner Berg print is $15,037.
What is the average price of a Werner Berg painting?
Based on 24 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Werner Berg painting is $135,334. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Werner Berg's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Werner Berg painting is $293,224.
What is the average price of a medium Werner Berg painting?
Based on 24 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Werner Berg painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $135,334, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a small Werner Berg print?
Based on 17 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Werner Berg print (small (under 50 cm)) is $5,700, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Werner Berg's auction record?
Werner Berg's auction record is $293,224, set in 2020.
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