Andrew Verster (1937–2020)
What is Andrew Verster’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 110 auction results for Andrew Verster at 4 houses since 2009. Over the last 24 months the median price was $499 including buyer’s premium (middle half $239–$3,112, n=60). The auction record is $16,819 for Abstract Composition (Paradise Series) (2025, Strauss and Co). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abstract Composition (Paradise Series), 1986 | Oil on canvas | $16,819 | Strauss and Co | Sep 2025 |
| 2 | Tapestry of Trees and Bushes in Pink, Orange and Blue; Cartoon for Tapestry of Trees and Bushes Pink, Orange and Blue, two | (1) hand-woven mohair tapestry; (2) mixed media on paper | $15,474 | Strauss and Co | Sep 2025 |
| 3 | Swamps No 5, 1990 | Acrylic on canvas | $10,716 | Strauss and Co | Nov 2019 |
| 4 | Expulsion, 1988 | Oil on canvas | $10,092 | Strauss and Co | Sep 2025 |
| 5 | Tapestry of Tall Trees in Blue Landscape; Cartoon for Tall Trees in Blue Landscape, two | (1) hand-woven mohair tapestry; (2) collage and pastel on paper | $10,092 | Strauss and Co | Sep 2025 |
| 6 | Tapestry of Trees and Bushes in Orange and Green | Tapestry | $10,092 | Strauss and Co | Sep 2025 |
| 7 | Interior with Screens, two, 1998 | Oil on canvas | $8,614 | Strauss and Co | May 2026 |
| 8 | Trees, diptych, 1985 | Oil on canvas | $8,494 | Strauss and Co | Nov 2024 |
| 9 | A Bigger Splash | Oil on canvas | $7,378 | Strauss and Co | May 2023 |
| 10 | Turquoise Interior, 1984 | Oil on canvas | $6,728 | Strauss and Co | Sep 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 29 | $3,364 |
| Works on paper | 19 | $494 |
| Other | 7 | $269 |
| Prints | 17 | $188 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 22 | $6,150 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 27 | $667 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $266 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 110 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Andrew Verster is a South African artist with 154 auction lots recorded since 2009, median price $799. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Andrew Verster sold in 2026 for $2,015, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Andrew Verster on OpeningBid →What is a Andrew Verster work worth?
Across 103 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Andrew Verster work is $799.
The median Andrew Verster painting sells for $3,364 across 41 lots.
The median Andrew Verster work on paper sells for $395 across 27 lots.
The median Andrew Verster print sells for $188 across 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 22 | $188† | $606 | 95.5% | 2025-12-17 |
| Paintings | 43 | $3,364† | $16,819 | 95.3% | 2026-05-26 |
| Works on Paper | 27 | $395† | $15,474 | — | 2026-02-09 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $673 | $673 | — | 2025-09-18 |
| Photography | 2 | — | — | 50% | 2017-02-06 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 6 | $10,404 | $16,819 | — | 2025-09-18 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Andrew Verster's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (22 lots) median $188 with 95.5% sell-through. Paintings (43 lots) median $3,364, record $16,819. A typical Andrew Verster painting sells for around 18× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 6 lots) the median is $10,404.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $72–$250† | $83† | $404 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 11 | $1,191–$3,364 | $2,276 | $10,092 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 17 | $3,364–$7,378† | $5,761† | $16,819 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $221–$580† | $356† | $1,278 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 10 | $309–$716 | $383 | $2,561 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2025 | $16,819 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $15,474 |
| Paintings | 2019 | $10,716 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $10,092 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $673 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $606 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $437 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Andrew Verster worth?
Across 103 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Andrew Verster work is $799. The median Andrew Verster painting sells for $3,364 across 41 lots. The median Andrew Verster work on paper sells for $395 across 27 lots. The median Andrew Verster print sells for $188 across 21 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Andrew Verster painting?
Based on 41 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Andrew Verster painting is $3,364. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Andrew Verster's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Andrew Verster painting is $16,819.
What is the average price of a Andrew Verster work on paper?
Based on 27 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Andrew Verster work on paper is $395. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Andrew Verster's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Andrew Verster work on paper is $15,474.
What is the average price of a Andrew Verster print?
Based on 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Andrew Verster print is $188. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Andrew Verster's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Andrew Verster print is $606.
What is the average price of a large Andrew Verster painting?
Based on 17 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Andrew Verster painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $5,761, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a medium Andrew Verster painting?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Andrew Verster painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,276, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Andrew Verster's auction record?
Andrew Verster's auction record is $16,819, set in 2025.
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