William Ritschel (1864–1949)
William Ritschel is an American artist with 24 auction lots recorded since 1991, median price $6,250.
A work by William Ritschel sold in 2026 for $6,350, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Ritschel work is $6,250.
The median William Ritschel painting sells for $9,375 across 16 lots.
The median William Ritschel work on paper sells for $1,175 across 3 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 19 | $9,375 | $60,960 | 84.2% | 2026-05-05 |
| Works on Paper | 4 | $1,175 | $3,450 | 75% | 2021-06-09 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $1,045–$8,125 | $6,250 | $12,650 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $5,875–$28,750 | $16,000 | $60,960 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2025 | $60,960 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $60,480 |
| Works on Paper | 2000 | $3,450 |
| Works on Paper | 2006 | $1,175 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William Ritschel worth?
Across 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Ritschel work is $6,250. The median William Ritschel painting sells for $9,375 across 16 lots. The median William Ritschel work on paper sells for $1,175 across 3 lots.
What is the average price of a William Ritschel painting?
Based on 16 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a William Ritschel painting is $9,375.
What is William Ritschel's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a William Ritschel painting is $60,960.
What is William Ritschel's auction record?
William Ritschel's auction record is $60,960, set in 2025.
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