Francesco Somaini Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Francesco Somaini Art Value Price Guide

Mar. 09, 2025
Francesco Somaini (Italy, 1926-2005).
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Signed Francesco Somaini abstract sculpture set atop a rotating base. Signed, "Somaini 6094". From a Manhattan, NY estate. Dimensions: sculpture measures approx. 8.75" w x 8.75" d x 12.25" h.
Clarke Auction Gallery
Mar. 09, 2025
Francesco Somaini (Italy, 1926-2005).
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Signed Francesco Somaini abstract bronze sculpture. Signed, "Somaini 5940". From a Manhattan, NY estate. Dimensions: bronze measures approx. 5.75" w x 5.75" d x 8.675" h.
Clarke Auction Gallery
Dec. 12, 2024
Francesco Somaini (Lomazzo 1926-Como 2005) - Anthropomorphic landscape, 1980
Est: €200 - €300
gold glazed bronze, numbered 15/100 16.5 x 30 x 16.5 cm Signature engraved on a side
Finarte
Dec. 12, 2024
Francesco Somaini (Lomazzo 1926-Como 2005) - La chanson de la Rose, 1984
Est: €200 - €300
gold glazed bronze, numbered 3/100 12 x 33 x 14 cm Signature engraved on the left side
Finarte
Sep. 25, 2024
Francesco Somaini (Italian, 1926-2005) Primavera Altoforno I, 1963
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Francesco Somaini (Italian, 1926-2005) Primavera Altoforno I, 1963 iron with partial polishes incised with artist's signature, dated and erroneously numbered with Somaini punch 63.05 (lower right); Artist order number Somaini 63.06 Height: 18 1/2 inches. Property from the Collection of Jeff Klein, Stamford, Connecticut
Freeman’s | Hindman
Jun. 05, 2024
Francesco Somaini (Lomazzo 1926-Como 2005) - La solitudine, 1984
Est: €300 - €500
ink on paper cm 50 x 33 SIgned and dated lower center: Somaini 84 Photo certificate of authenticity cured by Luisa Somaini. Work registered with Archivio Francesco Somaini, Milan.
Finarte
May. 14, 2024
Scuola italiana del XX secolo
Est: €800 - €1,200
Scuola italiana del XX secolo Scultura astratta con decori a scanalature sulla parte centrale e laterale Marmo bianco 28 x 36 x 19 cm Italian school of the 20th century Abstract Sculpture With Groove Decorations on the Central and Lateral Parts White marble 28 x 36 x 19 cm
Lucas Aste
May. 10, 2023
Francesco Somaini (Lomazzo 1926-Como 2005) - Anthropomorphic landscape, 1980
Est: €400 - €600
Signature engraved
Finarte
May. 10, 2023
Francesco Somaini (Lomazzo 1926-Como 2005) - La chanson de la Rose, 1984
Est: €400 - €600
Signature engraved on the left side
Finarte
Nov. 17, 2022
Francesco Somaini (1926-2005): Ordalia 1963
Est: $4,000 - $8,000
Bronze, 1964, unmarked, on a black steel stand. 45 in. (height without stand), 82 in. (height with stand). Property from a Prominent Collector
STAIR
Jul. 13, 2022
SOMAINI FRANCESCO (1926 - 2005) Ascolto dal profondo (II variante).
Est: €5,000 - €7,000
SOMAINI FRANCESCO (1926 - 2005). Ascolto dal profondo (II variante).. 1967-1968. Unique piece. Two elements in patinated bronze with partial polishes. Signature and year on the vertical element, brand LG (made in Lomazzo Como, Italy) in the lower center.Fondazione Francesco Somaini, Milan, authenticity certificate. Publication: Catalogo ragionato della scultura di Francesco Somaini by Enrico Crispolti and Luisa Somaini, Edizioni Skira, 2021, p.434. Small defects. . Cm 20,00 x 95,00 x 30,00.
Capitolium Art
Oct. 27, 2021
Francesco Somaini, Motivo macabro IV
Est: €6,000 - €9,000
Bronzo in bagno di piombo su base in legno
Gliubich Casa d'Aste
Nov. 17, 2020
Francesco Somaini (Italian, 1926-2005), , Proposta per un Monumento II
Est: $5,000 - $8,000
Francesco Somaini (Italian, 1926-2005) Proposta per un Monumento II Signed, numbered 1961-25 and stamped with artist's stamp 'ESEGUITO IN LOMAZZO COMO ITALIA.' Nickel-plated bronze on wood base. height: 30 1/4 in. (76.8cm) width: 4 3/4 in. (12.1cm) depth: 3 in. (7.6cm) base: 1 1/4 x 7 x 7 in. (3.2 x 17.8 x 17.8cm) provenance: The Artist. Property from a Private Corporate Art Collection, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (acquired directly from the above in 1976). note: An original work of art, the number '25' of the stamp is a progressive order number given to all works made by the artist in 1961. This piece was given the nickname 'Little Baltimore' because it relates to the large sculpture 'Energy' made by Somaini in Baltimore in 1970. A certificate of authenticity for this lot may be acquired by the buyer by contacting the Fondazione Francesco Somaini Scultore.
Freeman's | Hindman
Nov. 17, 2020
Francesco Somaini (Italian, 1926-2005), , Bagnante
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Francesco Somaini (Italian, 1926-2005) Bagnante Signed, stamped 1952-33 and with artist's stamp 'ESEGUITO IN LOMAZZO COMO ITALIA.' Corroded bronze on bronze base. height: 15 1/8 in. (38.4cm) width: 8 1/8 in. (20.6cm) depth: 9 3/4 in. (24.8cm) base: 1 x 6 x 6 in. (2.5 x 15.2 x 15.2cm) provenance: The Artist. Property from a Private Corporate Art Collection, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (acquired directly from the above in 1976). note: An original work of art, the number '33' of the stamp is a progressive order number given to all works made by the artist in 1952. A certificate of authenticity for this lot may be acquired by the buyer by contacting the Fondazione Francesco Somaini Scultore.
Freeman's | Hindman
Jan. 01, 2020
Francesco Somaini (1962 - 2005), United Iron Abstract on rectangular iron base, signed Somaini 61 - 62 - 2, Lomazzo Foundry Seal. le...
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Francesco Somaini (1962 - 2005), United Iron Abstract on rectangular iron base, signed Somaini 61 - 62 - 2, Lomazzo Foundry Seal. length 20 inches, height 10 1/2 inches, depth 3 3/4 inches.
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Mar. 17, 2019
FRANCESCO SOMAINI (D.2005) INK SKETCH STUDY
Est: $150 - $300
Framed ink drawing on grey paper, Abstract Sinuous Forms, possibly a study for sculpture, signed lower left Francesco Somaini (Italy, 1926-2005), and dated 1963, sight: approx 8 7/8"h, 12.5"w, overall: approx 16.5"h, 20"w, 3.25lbs **Provenance: a private Austin, Texas estate** Start Price: $100.00
Austin Auction Gallery
Dec. 13, 2018
Francesco Somaini (Lomazzo 1926 – Como 2005)
Est: €800 - €1,200
Plurimo bronzo patina bruno dorata, es. 2/15, cm 8 x 20 x 19 (esclusa la base) Firma incisa in basso 1 golden-brown glazed bronze numbered 2/15, cm 8 x 20 x 19 (without the base) sign engraved This lot is subject to Artists Resale Rights
Finarte Roma
Dec. 12, 2018
SOMAINI FRANCESCO (1926 - 2005) Untitled.
Est: €600 - €800
SOMAINI FRANCESCO (1926 - 2005). Untitled.. I/XXV. Edition and signature engraved. Agrifoglio Gallery, Milan authenticity certificate with artist's signature.. Cm 17,00 x 43,00.
Capitolium Art
Oct. 22, 2018
FRANCESCO SOMAINI | Obliqua. Il gesto
Est: €6,000 - €8,000
signed and inscribed 59.12, executed in 1959, bronze with patina. This work is registered under Archivio Francesco Somaini, Milan, under no. 59.12 and it is accompanied by a photo-certificate (firmato e iscritto a punzone 59.12, eseguito nel 1959, bronzo patinato. Quest'opera è registrata presso l'Archivio Francesco Somaini, Milano, con il n. 59.12 ed è accompagnata da certificato su fotografia) Obliqua. Il gesto is characterised by a dynamism created in these forms which are as soft as they are spiny. The bronze is moulded masterfully by Somaini, creating a continuous play of shadow and light. His early artistic production saw him working towards a new language of informal sculptures alongside Giacomo Manzù. In the mid-1950s Somaini lighted upon informal abstraction and began to develop his own expressive language, of which this sculpture from 1959 is a perfect example. (Obliqua. Il gesto si caratterizza per una forza che si declina in forme tanto morbide quanto spigolose. Il bronzo è plasmato da Somaini con maestria, il mutuare di luce e ombra è continuo. La sua formazione artistica, iniziata con Giacomo Manzù e proseguita verso i nuovi linguaggi della scultura informale approda, infine, a metà degli anni Cinquanta, alla corrente dell'astrattismo informale. Somaini sviluppa allora un proprio linguaggio espressivo, di cui questa scultura, datata 1959, ne rappresenta il perfetto esempio.) The sale proceeds for this lot will benefit philanthropic activities. (Il ricavo della vendita di questo lotto sarà destinato ad attività filantropiche.)
Sotheby's
Apr. 19, 2018
Francesco Somaini (Lomazzo 1926 – Como 2005)
Est: €3,000 - €4,000
Carne saturnina, 1969/'70 bronzo, cm 87 x 26,5 x 26,5 Firma incisa alla base: Somaini Punzone della Fonderia Lomazzo, Como 1 bronze, cm 87 x 26,5 x 26,5 signature engraved on the base
Finarte Roma
Jan. 01, 2018
Francesco Somaini (1926-2005), "Racconto Patetico II", bronze, Organic Form, signed Somaini, inscribed 62.88 and foundry mark (base...
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Francesco Somaini (1926-2005), "Racconto Patetico II", bronze, Organic Form, signed Somaini, inscribed 62.88 and foundry mark (base is not original). Provenance: Sold by Somaini to Odyssia Gallery in 1964 Bronze ht. 14 1/4in., lg. 23in.
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Apr. 26, 2017
Francesco Somaini (born 1926) Nauta II, 1960 overall dimensions 15 1/2 x 20 x 11 in. (39.4 x 50.8 x 27.9 cm)
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Francesco Somaini (born 1926) Nauta II, 1960 signed and numbered ‘Somaini 6036’ (lower left) pewter and black-painted metal base overall dimensions 15 1/2 x 20 x 11 in. (39.4 x 50.8 x 27.9 cm) Provenance: World House Galleries, New York.
Bonhams
Jun. 15, 2016
Francesco Somaini Italian, 1926-2005 Organic Form
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Francesco Somaini Italian, 1926-2005 Organic Form Signed Somaini, inscribed 63-05 and with foundry mark Partially polished bronze on stone base 20 x 26 x 20 inches C Estate of Leon Oxman
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Apr. 28, 2016
Francesco Somaini (Lomazzo 1926 - Como 2005)
Est: €300 - €400
Composizione, 1966 tecnica mista su cartoncino, cm 41,5 x 36,5 Firmato in basso a destra: Francesco Somaini 1966 Composition, 1966 Mixed media on cardboard, cm 41,5 x 36,5 Signed and dated lower right PROVENIENZA: Collezione M. Venturoli, Roma
Finarte Roma
Apr. 16, 2016
Francesco Somaini, abstract bronze
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Francesco Somaini (Italian, 1926-2005), Abstract composition, bronze with gold patina, signed and numbered "62-81", Lomazzo foundry seal, on cast iron base, 15"h x 24"l x 12"d (excl. base) 18"h (total)
Millea Bros Ltd
Dec. 18, 2015
FRANCESCO SOMAINI Lomazzo 1926 - Como 2005
Est: €250 - €300
FRANCESCO SOMAINI Lomazzo 1926 - Como 2005 Study for sculpture, 1961 China on paper 35 x 51.5 cm Signed and dated lower left: Francesco Somaini 61 Quinti and Heirs Collection
Bertolami Fine Art s.r.l.
Dec. 18, 2015
FRANCESCO SOMAINI Lomazzo 1926 - Como 2005
Est: €250 - €300
FRANCESCO SOMAINI Lomazzo 1926 - Como 2005 Study for sculpture, 1957 Charcoal on paper 43.5 x 32.5 cm Signed and dated lower right: Francesco Somaini 57 Quinti and Heirs Collection
Bertolami Fine Art s.r.l.
Jan. 23, 2015
Francesco Somaini (Italian, b. 1926), Horizontal III, Signed "Somaini" and stamped "5956" in the bronze at the bottom edge, dated "1958
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Francesco Somaini (Italian, b. 1926) Horizontal III Signed "Somaini" and stamped "5956" in the bronze at the bottom edge, dated "1958" on the sales receipt that accompanies this lot. Bronze with varied patinas, approximately 9 1/2 x 18 x 8 in. (23.5 x 45.7 x 20.3 cm), on a pivoting metal base. Condition: Surface imperfections and wear that are part of the aesthetic, surface dust and dirt. Provenance: A private Massachusetts collection. N.B. A sales receipt dated March 2, 1966, from the Obelisk Gallery accompanies this lot.
Skinner
May. 11, 2013
Francesco Somaini 1959's Bronze Sculpture
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Francesco Somaini 1959's Bronze Sculpture
Concept Art Gallery
May. 15, 2012
SOMAINI FRANCESCO (1926 - 2005)
Est: -
SOMAINI FRANCESCO (1926 - 2005) Senza titolo. Bronzo. 1987. Autentica dell'autore su fotografia, tir. 100+XXV. Cm 17x43
Capitolium Art
Apr. 12, 2011
Francesco Somaini Italian, 1926-2005 (i) Racconto sull'Alba, 1961 (ii) Untitled (Abstract), 1960
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Francesco Somaini Italian, 1926-2005 (i) Racconto sull'Alba, 1961 Pewter on steel base Height 26 inches (ii) Untitled (Abstract), 1960 Signed Francesco Somaini and dated 1960 (ll) and numbered XIV (lr) Ink on paper Sight 8 3/4 x 8 3/4 inches
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Nov. 17, 2010
FRANCESCO SOMAINI (1926-2005), Matrix and tracks,
Est: €2,900 - €3,400
FRANCESCO SOMAINI (1926-2005), Matrix and tracks, Bronze and plaster, circa: 1982
Capitolium Art
Sep. 24, 2010
Francesco Somaini (Italian, 1926-2005) Ferito III. L'Addio, 1960 Signed, dated, and numbered "Somaini 60.08" on the underside. Cast ..
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Francesco Somaini (Italian, 1926-2005) Ferito III. L'Addio, 1960 Signed, dated, and numbered "Somaini 60.08" on the underside. Cast pewter, approximately 12 3/4 x 15 3/4 x 14 1/4 in. (32.4 x 40.0 x 36.2 cm), on a cast iron plinth. Condition: Surface dust. Provenance: From the artist to Galleria Odyssya Roma-New York, 1962; bequeathed to Harvard University Art Museums, 2003, sold for the benefit of Harvard Art Museum acquisition funds, 2010. N.B. The present work is one of six studies for a larger sculpture, Grande Ferito II. L'Addio, and is the eighth sculpture that the artist created in 1960. It is documented with the Archivio Francesco Somaini, and we wish to thank them for their assistance with cataloguing the lot.
Skinner
May. 26, 2008
Obliqua. Il gesto
Est: €1,500 - €2,000
Francesco Somaini (1926-2005) Obliqua. Il gesto firmata, datata e numerata a punzone Somaini 59.12 (in basso a destra) scultura in bronzo patinato e scavato cm 23,2x41x28 Eseguita nel 1959
Christie's
May. 26, 2008
Proposta per un monumento I
Est: €2,500 - €3,500
Francesco Somaini (1926-2005) Proposta per un monumento I firmata a punzone Somaini (in basso) scultura in ferro scavato con lucidi cm 81,5x16x16 Eseguita nel 1957-58 Bozzetto per la scultura monumentale esposta alla XXIX Biennale Internazionale d'Arte, Venezia, 14 giugno - 19 ottobre 1958
Christie's
Apr. 02, 2008
Francesco Somaini , b. 1926 Untitled bronze with gilt patina
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
signed and stamped 6027 bronze with gilt patina
Sotheby's
Jan. 11, 2005
Francesco Somaini (b. 1926)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Rocconto sul mare inscribed, dated and numbered 'Somaini 61.62.2' (lower center edge) bronze, partly polished 10 x 19 1/2 x 4 1/2 in. (25.4 x 49.6 x 11.4 cm.)
Christie's