Christopher Ries Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Christopher Ries Art Value Price Guide

Apr. 19, 2025
Christopher Ries Optical Glass "Bouquet of Light"
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Christopher Ries, American (b. 1952) Cut, ground and polished optical crystal sculpture "Bouquet of Light". Signed and dated 5/1/00 near tip. Rotating base. 1 tiny fleabite chip on bottom corner. Glass measures 10" H x 5-1/4". LA/B15/CB:D
Joshua Kodner
Mar. 29, 2025
Christopher Ries (Born 1952) American, Glass Sculpture
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
Christopher Ries (Born 1952) American, Glass Sculpture. Titled "Solstice". Optic crystal cut glass, ground and polished. Minimalism style. Clear glass triangularly shaped. Condition: Minor flea bite at top. Scruffing throughout. Bruise on one side. Size: 8 x 15 in. Weighs: 11.2 lbs. #5070 . Christopher Ries was born to florists Raymond and Mildred Ries in 1952, and was raised in a log cabin on a farm near Columbus, Ohio. As a young adult he expressed an interest in art and ceramics, producing pottery in a makeshift studio in his parents’ root cellar. In 1971 he matriculated to The Ohio State University to pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in ceramics. He soon became more interested in the glass used to glaze pottery than the pottery itself. In order to explore glass as a medium for artistic expression, he built what became The Ohio State University's first glass studio and served as its first instructor. Ries spent the next several years blowing glass and investigating glass types, chemical compositions, and properties. During his senior year at university, Ries attended a guest lecture given by Harvey Littleton. Littleton was struck by Ries's accomplishments as both a glass artist and teacher, and asked Ries to become his research assistant at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Ries accepted the offer and spent the next two years under the mentorship of Littleton. Ries's interest in glass's optical properties grew, and began carving cold glass instead of blowing hot glass. Tools to sculpt large blocks of glass weren't available at the time, so Ries independently developed much of the equipment he needed during his spare time. He graduated the University of Wisconsin–Madison in 1978 with a master's degree in fine arts and returned to Columbus where he has developed a reputation as an innovative glass artist and sculptor.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Mar. 18, 2025
Christopher Ries - Desert Flower
Est: $500 - $1,000
Christopher Ries - Desert Flower, 16" x 7", signed by Christopher Ries 9/01,clear crystal with frosted etched leaves. CONDITION: Internal corner chip on base.
Barry S. Slosberg Inc
Mar. 15, 2025
Christopher Ries "Falling Petals" Glass Sculpture (1994)
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
Christopher Ries (American, b. 1952) Falling Petals, 1994 Cut, ground, and polished optical crystal 11" x 6" x 2 3/4" Signed and dated along an edge. Includes a swivel display base. A private collection, acquired from Riley Hawk Galleries (Columbus) in 1995.
Circle Auction
Feb. 08, 2025
CHRISTOPHER RIES (American b. 1952) "Life," 21ST CENTURY
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
CHRISTOPHER RIES (American b. 1952) "Life," 21ST CENTURY, cut, ground, and polished optic crystal sculpture with a polychrome engraving of the earth and a painted metal display pedestal. Sculpture height: 33" Pedestal height: 46" *photograph - courtesy https://christopherries.com/
Simpson Galleries, LLC
Feb. 06, 2025
CHRISTOPHER RIES, AFTERGLOW
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Christopher Ries Afterglow 1998 cut, ground, and polished optical crystal 9.5 h x 6.25 w x 3 d in (24 x 16 x 8 cm) Etched signature and date to top edge 'Christopher Ries 4/3/98 ©'. This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Feb. 06, 2025
CHRISTOPHER RIES, EMBRACE
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Christopher Ries Embrace 1998 cut, ground, and polished optical crystal 16.5 h x 9.625 w x 2.75 d in (42 x 24 x 7 cm) Incised signature and date to upper edge 'Christopher Ries 2/2/98'. This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Jan. 18, 2025
Christopher Ries (Born 1952) American, Glass Sculpture
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
Christopher Ries (Born 1952) American, Glass Sculpture. Titled "Solstice". Optic crystal cut glass, ground and polished. Minimalism style. Clear glass triangularly shaped. Condition; minor flea bite at top. Size: 8 x 15 in. Weighs: 11.2 lbs. #5070 . Christopher Ries was born to florists Raymond and Mildred Ries in 1952, and was raised in a log cabin on a farm near Columbus, Ohio. As a young adult he expressed an interest in art and ceramics, producing pottery in a makeshift studio in his parents’ root cellar. In 1971 he matriculated to The Ohio State University to pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in ceramics. He soon became more interested in the glass used to glaze pottery than the pottery itself. In order to explore glass as a medium for artistic expression, he built what became The Ohio State University's first glass studio and served as its first instructor. Ries spent the next several years blowing glass and investigating glass types, chemical compositions, and properties. During his senior year at university, Ries attended a guest lecture given by Harvey Littleton. Littleton was struck by Ries's accomplishments as both a glass artist and teacher, and asked Ries to become his research assistant at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Ries accepted the offer and spent the next two years under the mentorship of Littleton. Ries's interest in glass's optical properties grew, and began carving cold glass instead of blowing hot glass. Tools to sculpt large blocks of glass weren't available at the time, so Ries independently developed much of the equipment he needed during his spare time. He graduated the University of Wisconsin–Madison in 1978 with a master's degree in fine arts and returned to Columbus where he has developed a reputation as an innovative glass artist and sculptor.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Dec. 08, 2024
Christopher Ries (b. 1952) Glass Sculpture, Embrace, 2015
Est: $600 - $800
Christopher Ries (b. 1952) Glass Sculpture, Embrace, 2015 Titled "Embrace." Good condition with no visible cracks, scratches, or hairlines. Piece is approximately 9 in H x 5.5 in W x 1.75 in D. Weight is approximately 4.2 pounds.
Hughes Auctions
Oct. 17, 2024
Christopher Ries, Afterglow
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Christopher Ries Afterglow 2003 cut, ground, and polished optical crystal 6.75 h x 2.375 w x 4.625 d in (17 x 6 x 12 cm) This work is being sold to benefit the National Liberty Museum, Philadelphia. Etched signature and date to top edge 'Christopher Ries 4/4/03 ©'. This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Oct. 10, 2024
Christopher Ries Glass Sculpture
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
(Wisconsin/Ohio, born 1952) Untitled, unsigned, circa 2000s, cut, ground and polished crystal, 12-5/8 x 6-3/4 x 2-5/8 in. Provenance: Presumed Hawk Galleries, Columbus, Ohio; Estate of Elizabeth Williams, Columbus, Ohio; By descent in family
Brunk Auctions
Sep. 20, 2024
Christopher Ries, Afterglow
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
Christopher Ries Afterglow 2001 cut, ground, and polished optical crystal 11.875 h x 8.25 w x 4 d in (30 x 21 x 10 cm) Etched signature and date to edge 'Christopher Ries 10/4/01 ©'. Provenance: Private Collection, Pennsylvania This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Sep. 20, 2024
Christopher Ries, Holiday
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Christopher Ries Holiday 2007 cut, ground, and polished optical crystal 11 h x 8 w x 2.75 d in (28 x 20 x 7 cm) Etched signature and date to edge 'Christopher Ries 10/6/07 ©'. Provenance: Private Collection, Pennsylvania This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Sep. 20, 2024
Christopher Ries, Wild Orchid
Est: $7,000 - $9,000
Christopher Ries Wild Orchid 2005 cut, ground, and polished optical crystal 18.5 h x 13.75 w x 5.25 d in (47 x 35 x 13 cm) Etched signature and date to top edge 'Christopher Ries 9/24/05 ©'. Provenance: Private Collection, Pennsylvania This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Sep. 20, 2024
Christopher Ries, Embrace
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Christopher Ries Embrace 2001 cut, ground, and polished optical crystal 26.875 h x 16.125 w x 5 d in (68 x 41 x 13 cm) Etched signature and date to top edge 'Christopher Ries 4/10/01 ©'. Provenance: Private Collection, Pennsylvania This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Sep. 19, 2024
Christopher Ries Bouquet Of Light Sculpture
Est: $10 - $10,000
Crystal Sculpture, Signed And Dated. Christopher Ries. 6.25" Long. On Black Revolving Base. With Card: Christopher Ries. Bouquet Of Light. 2008. Optic Crystal Cut, Ground, And Polished. Hawk Galleries.
Berner's Auction Gallery
Jul. 17, 2024
Christopher Ries glass sculpture
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Christopher Ries translucent glass sculpture with rainbow hues, titled Embrace, 9" ht. CONDITION: no chips, cracks, repairs or material defects found, Jaremos attempts to call any material flaw that affects the price, but minor scratches and color variances are inherent to glass and antiques.
Jaremos
Jul. 11, 2024
Christopher Ries (American, b.1952), Two Clear Glass Sculptures, 1979/80
Est: $75 - $150
Christopher Ries (American, b.1952), Two Clear Glass Sculptures, 1979/80 small chip engraved Christopher Ries 12/79 and 3/80 Estimate: $75—150 CAD
Waddington's
Jun. 30, 2024
CHRISTOPHER RIES (WI/OH, 1952-)
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
CHRISTOPHER RIES (WI/OH, 1952- ) "Embrace", crystal sculpture, unsigned, in carved optical glass, 9 1/4" high, 6" x 1 3/4".
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Jun. 30, 2024
CHRISTOPHER RIES (WI/OH, 1952-)
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
CHRISTOPHER RIES (WI/OH, 1952- ) "Holiday", crystal sculpture, signed and dated 8/8/97, carved from a solid block of optic material produced by Schott Glass Technologies of Duryea, PA, with description, artist's description, appraisal and original receipt dated August 14, 1997, 5 1/2" high, 10" x 2"
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Jun. 13, 2024
Christopher Ries (American, b.1952), Two Clear Glass Sculptures, 1979/80
Est: $200 - $300
Christopher Ries (American, b.1952), Two Clear Glass Sculptures, 1979/80 small chip engraved Christopher Ries 12/79 and 3/80 Estimate: $200—300 CAD
Waddington's
Jun. 13, 2024
Christopher Ries (American, b.1952), Clear Glass Sculpture, 1979
Est: $300 - $400
Christopher Ries (American, b.1952), Clear Glass Sculpture, 1979 engraved Christopher Ries 1/79 Estimate: $300—400 CAD
Waddington's
Jun. 13, 2024
Christopher Ries (American, b.1952), Two Clear Glass Sculptures, 1980
Est: $200 - $300
Christopher Ries (American, b.1952), Two Clear Glass Sculptures, 1980 small chips engraved Christopher Ries 3/80 Estimate: $200—300 CAD
Waddington's
May. 29, 2024
CHRISTOPHER RIES (1952) Sculpture Embrace2008Signée 'Christopher Ries' et datée '22/3/08'Verre optique taillé et partiellement dépoliH: 22,6cm. (8.7/8in.); L: 12,2cm. (4.3/4in.); P: 4cm; (1.1/2in.)A signed and dated 'Embrace' s...
Est: €2,000 - €3,000
CHRISTOPHER RIES (1952) Sculpture Embrace 2008 Signée 'Christopher Ries' et datée '22/3/08' Verre optique taillé et partiellement dépoli H: 22,6cm. (8.7/8in.); L: 12,2cm. (4.3/4in.); P: 4cm; (1.1/2in.) A signed and dated 'Embrace' sculpture in partially frosted, cut optical glass by Christopher Ries in 2008.
Bonhams
May. 29, 2024
CHRISTOPHER RIES (1952) Sculpture Afterglow1997Signée 'Christopher Ries' et datée '5/5/97 ©'Verre optique taillé, poli et partiellement dépoliH: 30cm. (11.3/4in.); L: 22cm. (8.5/8in.); P: 10cm. (3.7/8in.)A signed and dated...
Est: €3,000 - €4,000
CHRISTOPHER RIES (1952) Sculpture Afterglow 1997 Signée 'Christopher Ries' et datée '5/5/97 ©' Verre optique taillé, poli et partiellement dépoli H: 30cm. (11.3/4in.); L: 22cm. (8.5/8in.); P: 10cm. (3.7/8in.) A signed and dated 'Afterglow' sculpture in cut, polished and partially ground optical glass by Christopher Ries in 1997.
Bonhams
May. 17, 2024
Christopher Ries, Golden Egg II
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Christopher Ries Golden Egg II USA, 1987 cut, ground, and polished Cerium-colored optical crystal sculpture: 19 h x 13 dia in (48 x 33 cm) Provenance: Private Collection This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Apr. 25, 2024
Christopher Ries (Born 1952): Holiday
Est: $500 - $700
Christopher Ries (Born 1952): Holiday glass sculpture; signed, set on revolving base
Abell Auction
Apr. 11, 2024
Christopher Ries Glass Sculpture
Est: $6,000 - $9,000
(Wisconsin/Ohio, born 1952) Copper Cove, 1985, unsigned, carved and etched glass, copper, pearl, 15-7/8 x 8-1/8 x 3-5/8 in., with two signed photographs of the artist with the piece Provenance: Private Collection, Ocala, Florida
Brunk Auctions
Feb. 21, 2024
Christopher Ries, Embrace
Est: $3,500 - $5,000
Christopher Ries Embrace USA, 2000 cut, ground, and polished optical crystal 14.5 h x 8.5 w x 2.5 d in (37 x 22 x 6 cm) Etched signature and date to top edge 'Christopher Ries 11/7/00 ©'. Provenance: Private Collection, Cherry Hill, NJ This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Feb. 11, 2024
Christopher Ries (B. 1952) "Lotus" Glass Sculpture
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Christopher Ries (American, Born 1952) "Lotus" Cut, ground, and polished optical crystal. Signed and dated (4.21.08) near tip. Purchased from Hodgell Gallery (Sarasota, Florida). Comes with original appraisal from the gallery for $7,800 in 2009. Dimensions: 14 x 6 x 3.5 in.
Helmuth Stone
Nov. 30, 2023
Christopher Ries Signed Art Glass Paper Weight
Est: $10 - $1,000
Signed Christopher Ries '75. 2" Tall X 4" Diameter.
Berner's Auction Gallery
Nov. 30, 2023
Christopher Ries Signed Art Glass Vase
Est: $10 - $1,000
Signed Christopher Ries '75. 9.75" Tall X 6.25" Diameter At Top Rim.
Berner's Auction Gallery
Nov. 30, 2023
Christopher Ries Signed Art Glass Paper Weight
Est: $10 - $1,000
Signed Christopher Ries '75. 2" Tall X 4" Diameter.
Berner's Auction Gallery
Nov. 25, 2023
CHRISTOPHER RIES (OHIO/WISCONSIN, 1952-) ART GLASS VASE.
Est: $200 - $400
CHRISTOPHER RIES (OHIO/WISCONSIN, 1952-) ART GLASS VASE. American, ca. 1973. Tapered amber glass with blue peacock feather decoration. Artist signed and dated on the base. Rough pontil. 6.5"h. 3.75" dia (base).
Amelia Jeffers
Nov. 25, 2023
CHRISTOPHER RIES (OHIO/WISCONSIN, 1952-) "SOLSTICE" CRYSTAL SCULPTURE.
Est: $500 - $1,000
CHRISTOPHER RIES (OHIO/WISCONSIN, 1952-) "SOLSTICE" CRYSTAL SCULPTURE. American, 20th century. Optical glass, cut, ground and polished repair by the artist. On a black felt stand. Purchased from Riley Hawk Galleries. 8.3"h. 4.5"w. 1"d. Condition: This item has documentation of a repair by the artist after it was chipped on the base. Other than that repair, it has no additional chips or nicks. See additional photos.
Amelia Jeffers
Oct. 21, 2023
Christopher Ries Desert Flower, 1992
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Christopher Ries (American, b. 1952) Desert Flower, 1992 Cut, ground and polished optical crystal Incised Christopher Ries 1/92 ©, bottom
Larsen Art Auction
Oct. 21, 2023
Christopher Ries glass sculpture
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Christopher Ries (American 1952- ) Celebration cut and polished optical glass sculpture, signed. 8 1/4 x 10 x 2 1/2"
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Oct. 20, 2023
Christopher Ries, B. 1952, Sculpted glass, 7 3/4 x 6 1/4 in. (19.7 x 15.9 cm.)
Est: -
Christopher Ries B. 1952 Sculpted glass His works are characterized by their technical perfection and the seemingly magical, ever changing patterns, within them.
Apple Tree Auction Center
Oct. 05, 2023
Christopher Ries, Celebration
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Christopher Ries Celebration USA, 2001 cut, ground, and polished optical crystal 9.25 h x 3.5 w x 11 d in (23 x 9 x 28 cm) Etched signature and date to top edge 'Christopher Ries 1/10/01 ©'. Provenance: Private Collection, Cherry Hill This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Oct. 05, 2023
Christopher Ries, Holiday
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Christopher Ries Holiday USA, 2012 cut, ground, and polished optical crystal 19.25 h x 13.5 w x 4 d in (49 x 34 x 10 cm) Etched signature and date to upper edge 'Christopher Ries 1/16/2012'. Provenance: Hodgell Gallery, Sarasota | Private Collection This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Oct. 05, 2023
Christopher Ries, Golden Egg II
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Christopher Ries Golden Egg II USA, 1987 cut, ground, and polished Cerium-colored optical crystal 19 h x 13 dia in (48 x 33 cm) Please note that this work will ship from Philadelphia. Provenance: Private Collection
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Sep. 14, 2023
Christopher Ries (American, b. 1952)
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Point of View 1988 crystal sculpture on base unsigned Miller Gallery receipt included 13.5" lg. Download the Phone Bid form HERE
Caza Sikes
Aug. 25, 2023
CHRISTOPHER RIES SCULPTURE, "POINT OF VIEW", 1998
Est: $800 - $1,200
Christopher Ries (American b. 1952), 'Point of View', optical glass sculpture, signed and dated 3/4/98, to underside, created with flat and faceted planes, resting on a black upholstered turntable. Approximate measurements: h. 2. 10", w. 6. 75", d. 8". Turn -table h. 1", sq. 8".
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Jun. 15, 2023
CHRISTOPHER RIES (BORN 1952) Afterglowcirca 2015schott crystal, ground and polishedheight 35 1/2in (90cm); width 26in (69cm); diameter 10in (26cm)
Est: $25,000 - $35,000
CHRISTOPHER RIES (BORN 1952) Afterglow circa 2015 Schott crystal, ground and polished height 35 1/2in (90cm); width 26in (69cm); diameter 10in (26cm)
Bonhams
Jun. 06, 2023
Christopher Ries (American, b. 1952) Desert Flower, 2001 Cut, ground, and polish
Est: $7,000 - $9,000
Christopher Ries (American, b. 1952) Desert Flower, 2001 Cut, ground, and polished optical crystal 21 x 4-5/8 inches (53.3 x 11.7 cm) Inscribed to lower body: Christopher Ries, 8/24/01 © HID01801242017
Heritage Auctions
Apr. 23, 2023
Christopher Ries Studio Glass Bowl, ca. 1978
Est: $400 - $600
Christopher Ries (American, b. 1952) studio art glass bowl or vessel, likely an early work by Ries in multi-layers and gold foils, signed to underside, sold together with a small signed gold heart paper weight in the same technique, also signed. 4" H x 8" diameter. Provenance: Property from an Upper East Side townhouse.
Auctions at Showplace
Mar. 05, 2023
Christopher Ries "Falling Petals" Glass Sculpture
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Christopher Ries (American, b. 1952) "Failling Petals" optical crystal glass sculpture, signed and dated "6/4/00" to one face. Approx. 0.25" chip near base. 10" H x 5" W x 2.75" D.
Auctions at Showplace
Feb. 22, 2023
"Point of View" Crystal Sculpture by Christopher Ries
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Christopher Ries (American, b. 1952). A crystal sculpture, 1998, signed near base, an accompanied by a substantial amount of purchase history and paperwork, including a 1998 receipt of purchase from Miller Gallery. 9" x 12" x 2.5".
Caza Sikes