Erwin Wurm Auction Prices and Value Guide
Erwin Wurm auction prices are tracked in Appraisily's artist market index, with source-directory coverage of 332 records. Use this page to review sold-lot activity, market context, and valuation factors before requesting a formal appraisal.
Erwin Wurm auction prices: quick answer
Erwin Wurm auction prices depend on medium, size, date, condition, provenance, edition details, attribution confidence, and recent comparable auction sales.
- Artist
- Erwin Wurm
- Source records
- 332
- Market update
- 2026-02-16
Artist context
About Erwin Wurm
Erwin Wurm, born in 1954 in Austria, is a sculptor and photographer whose work interrogates the boundaries of the human body, everyday objects, and the definition of sculpture itself. Active since the early 1980s, he has become one of Austria's most internationally recognized contemporary artists, with works held by major institutions including the Museum of Modern Art in New York and Tate in London. Wurm maintains studios in Vienna, Limberg, Hydra, and New York City. His practice spans sculptural installations, photography, and performance-based works, often employing humor and absurdity to challenge conventional expectations of form and material. He is represented in library authority records worldwide, including Getty's Union List of Artist Names, VIAF, the Library of Congress, and the RKD in The Hague.
Contemporary Artsculpturephotography
Common works and media
Collectors are most likely to encounter Wurm's sculptural works, which range from small-scale objects to large installations, as well as his photographic series. His sculptures frequently involve distorted or inflated human and architectural forms rendered in materials such as polyester, bronze, and mixed media. Photographic works are typically issued in limited editions. Drawings and works on paper also circulate in the secondary market. Auction listings may classify his work under Contemporary Art, Post-War and Contemporary Sculpture, or Contemporary Photography.
Market and appraisal context
Erwin Wurm's work appears regularly at international auction houses, particularly his sculptural pieces and photographic editions. Key factors affecting appraisal include the work's medium and scale, provenance and exhibition history, edition number for multiples, condition (especially for works using unconventional materials), and whether the piece belongs to a recognized series. His institutional presence at MoMA, Tate, and other major museums supports ongoing collector interest. Appraisers should confirm authenticity, edition details, and provenance through gallery records or estate documentation.
Auction categories and appraisal factors
Appraisal caveats
- The source pack does not include specific auction-house records or realized prices; market context is inferred from institutional recognition and the artist's established auction presence.
- Collectors should verify medium, edition numbers, and authenticity with the relevant gallery or estate before appraisal.
Evidence
Sources for artist context
This source-grounded artist context passed Appraisily's promotion threshold: high confidence, strong sources.
- RKD library authority
- Wikidata library authority
- VIAF library authority
- Getty Vocabulary Program library authority
- The Museum of Modern Art museum or university
- Tate museum or university
Data basis
This page is built from Appraisily's public auction market index. Private transactions, incomplete sale feeds, and attribution changes may not be fully represented.
Artist value FAQ
How much is Erwin Wurm worth?
Comparable public auction sales are the best starting point, but final value depends on the specific artwork, condition, size, medium, provenance, and attribution confidence.
Can Appraisily value my Erwin Wurm artwork?
Yes. Appraisily can review photos, dimensions, signatures, condition, provenance, and comparable market data to prepare a current valuation.