Adolf Frohner (1934–2007)
What is Adolf Frohner’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 362 auction results for Adolf Frohner at 8 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $827 including buyer’s premium (middle half $86–$4,210, n=18). The auction record is $113,691 for Erstes Hackbild (2020, Ketterer Kunst). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Erstes Hackbild, 1961 | Dispersion, cement, nails and cloth on panel | $113,691 | Ketterer Kunst | Dec 2020 |
| 2 | Die Schlucht, 1961 | Oil on canvas | $51,540 | Ketterer Kunst | Dec 2020 |
| 3 | Die Zeitvertreiber, 1987 | Oil on canvas; framed | $37,491 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Feb 2019 |
| 4 | Untitled (mixed media on hardboard), 1960s | Mixed media (sea grass, wood, oil) on hardboard; framed | $31,252 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Jul 2021 |
| 5 | Untitled (mixed media on press board), 1965 | Mixed media on press board; framed | $25,088 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Dec 2022 |
| 6 | Kain und Abel tanzen Tango, 1990s | Oil on hardboard | $24,318 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Jan 2016 |
| 7 | Ohne Titel (Tempera auf Backpapier), 1963 | Tempera on baking paper | $24,254 | Ketterer Kunst | Dec 2020 |
| 8 | Ein Teil vom Ganzen, 1999 | Oil on canvas; framed | $21,052 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Dec 2020 |
| 9 | The dream of the dress, 1999 | Oil on canvas; unframed | $21,052 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Jun 2020 |
| 10 | Die eiserne Jungfrau, 1971 | Mischtechnik auf Leinwand | $20,821 | im Kinsky Auktionshaus | Mar 2012 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 27 | $10,526 |
| Works on paper | 47 | $2,256 |
| Other | 39 | $1,504 |
| Prints | 14 | $233 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 15 | $21,052 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 54 | $3,253 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 44 | $1,493 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 362 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
Adolf Frohner is an Austrian artist with 614 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $796. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Adolf Frohner sold in 2026 for $2,388, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 315 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Adolf Frohner work is $796.
The median Adolf Frohner work on paper sells for $2,238 across 46 lots.
The median Adolf Frohner print sells for $83 across 10 lots.
The median Adolf Frohner painting sells for $14,285 across 10 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Adolf Frohner work on papers typically sell for $1,804–$3,534 (the middle half of 24 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Adolf Frohner work on papers typically sell for $1,203–$2,256 (the middle half of 21 sold lots).
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 11 | $83† | $451 | 90.9% | 2026-03-25 |
| Paintings | 10 | $14,285 | $51,540 | — | 2026-06-13 |
| Works on Paper | 47 | $2,238‡ | $10,526 | 97.9% | 2026-09-17 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 19 | $21,149‡ | $113,691 | — | 2025-11-20 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Adolf Frohner's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (11 lots) median $83 with 90.9% sell-through. Paintings (10 lots) median $14,285, record $51,540. A typical Adolf Frohner painting sells for around 173× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 19 lots) the median is $21,149.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $60–$83† | $70† | $451 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 21 | $1,203–$2,256‡ | $1,504‡ | $3,759 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 24 | $1,804–$3,534‡ | $2,551‡ | $6,767 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2020 | $51,540 |
| Paintings | 2016 | $24,318 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $10,526 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $6,767 |
| Prints & Editions | 2016 | $451 |
| Prints & Editions | 2009 | $261† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Adolf Frohner worth?
Across 315 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Adolf Frohner work is $796. The median Adolf Frohner work on paper sells for $2,238 across 46 lots. The median Adolf Frohner print sells for $83 across 10 lots. The median Adolf Frohner painting sells for $14,285 across 10 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Adolf Frohner work on papers typically sell for $1,804–$3,534 (the middle half of 24 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Adolf Frohner work on papers typically sell for $1,203–$2,256 (the middle half of 21 sold lots). Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Adolf Frohner work on paper?
Based on 46 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Adolf Frohner work on paper is $2,238. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Adolf Frohner's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Adolf Frohner work on paper is $10,526.
What is the average price of a Adolf Frohner print?
Based on 10 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Adolf Frohner print is $83. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Adolf Frohner's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Adolf Frohner print is $451.
What is the average price of a medium Adolf Frohner work on paper?
Based on 24 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Adolf Frohner work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,551, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a small Adolf Frohner work on paper?
Based on 21 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Adolf Frohner work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,504, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Adolf Frohner's auction record?
Adolf Frohner's auction record is $113,691, set in 2020.
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