Willi Ruge (1882–1961)
Willi Ruge is a German artist with 11 auction lots recorded since 2001, median price $6,350. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Willi Ruge sold in 2025 for $6,350, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Willi Ruge on OpeningBid →What is a Willi Ruge work worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Willi Ruge work is $6,350.
The median Willi Ruge photograph sells for $6,922 across 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photography | 10 | $6,922‡ | $65,000 | 60% | 2025-12-16 |
‡ 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) | 5 | $2,585–$10,000‡ | $7,494‡ | $65,000 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | 2017 | $65,000 |
| Photography | 2023 | $10,000 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Willi Ruge worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Willi Ruge work is $6,350. The median Willi Ruge photograph sells for $6,922 across 6 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Willi Ruge's auction record?
Willi Ruge's auction record is $65,000, set in 2017.
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