Adolph Jentsch (1888–1977)
What is Adolph Jentsch’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 54 auction results for Adolph Jentsch at 2 houses since 2009. Over the last 24 months the median price was $242 including buyer’s premium (middle half $112–$549, n=7). The auction record is $61,681 for A Southern Namibian Landscape (2009, Strauss and Co). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Southern Namibian Landscape, 1939 | Oil on canvas laid down on board | $61,681 | Strauss and Co | Sep 2009 |
| 2 | S. W. Africa, 1948 | Watercolour on paper | $1,651 | Strauss and Co | Feb 2026 |
| 3 | Landscape, SWA, 1959 | Watercolour | $1,121 | Strauss and Co | Apr 2022 |
| 4 | Landscape with Low Bushes, 1953 | Watercolour on paper | $1,087 | Strauss and Co | Nov 2021 |
| 5 | Landscape with Distant Mountains, 1941 | Watercolour on artist's board | $995 | Strauss and Co | Nov 2019 |
| 6 | Sud West Afrika, 1959 | Watercolour on paper | $972 | Strauss and Co | Jun 2024 |
| 7 | Sud West of Afrika, 1963 | Watercolour on paper | $659 | Strauss and Co | Feb 2026 |
| 8 | S. W. Afrika, 1955 | Watercolour on paper | $571 | Strauss and Co | Jun 2020 |
| 9 | Sudwest Afrika, 1959 | Watercolour and ink on paper | $439 | Strauss and Co | Feb 2026 |
| 10 | S.W. Afrika, 1952 | Watercolour on paper | $242 | Strauss and Co | May 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 10 | $815 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $972 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 54 results from 2 houses · How we compute these figures
Adolph Jentsch is a German/Namibian artist with 68 auction lots recorded since 2009, median price $983.
A work by Adolph Jentsch sold in 2026 for $1,651, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 50 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Adolph Jentsch work is $983.
The median Adolph Jentsch work on paper sells for $972 across 42 lots.
The median Adolph Jentsch painting sells for $61,681 across 8 lots.
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 9 | $61,681 | $61,681 | 88.9% | 2024-02-19 |
| Works on Paper | 44 | $972 | $1,651 | 95.5% | 2026-05-27 |
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $615–$1,049 | $972 | $1,651 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2009 | $61,681 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $7,421 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $1,651 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $1,121 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Adolph Jentsch worth?
Across 50 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Adolph Jentsch work is $983. The median Adolph Jentsch work on paper sells for $972 across 42 lots. The median Adolph Jentsch painting sells for $61,681 across 8 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Adolph Jentsch work on paper?
Based on 42 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Adolph Jentsch work on paper is $972.
What is Adolph Jentsch's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Adolph Jentsch work on paper is $1,651.
What is the average price of a small Adolph Jentsch work on paper?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Adolph Jentsch work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $972, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Adolph Jentsch's auction record?
Adolph Jentsch's auction record is $61,681, set in 2009.
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