Basil Rákóczi (1908–1979)
What is Basil Rákóczi’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 108 auction results for Basil Rákóczi at 5 houses since 2004. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,881 including buyer’s premium (middle half $970–$4,304, n=15). The auction record is $9,105 for The Harvest Cart (2017, James Adam Salesrooms). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Harvest Cart, 1974 | Oil on canvas | $9,105 | James Adam Salesrooms | Nov 2017 |
| 2 | The Grape Harvest, 1951 | Gouache on paper | $6,932 | James Adam Salesrooms | Oct 2014 |
| 3 | Horseman in the West of Ireland | Oil on paper | $6,850 | James Adam Salesrooms | May 2008 |
| 4 | La Bohemienne, 1956 | Oil on canvas | $6,754 | Roseberys London | Sep 2026 |
| 5 | Cubist still life with lemons and faces | Oil on canvas | $6,356 | James Adam Salesrooms | May 2004 |
| 6 | Totem Pole | Oil on canvas | $6,346 | James Adam Salesrooms | Jun 2009 |
| 7 | Gaiety Theatre Dublin, 1940 | Oil on board | $6,078 | James Adam Salesrooms | Nov 2025 |
| 8 | Still Life with Violin; Still Life with Fish | Oil on canvas | $5,993 | James Adam Salesrooms | Jun 2009 |
| 9 | Fiesta | Oil on canvas | $5,430 | James Adam Salesrooms | Sep 2017 |
| 10 | Three Vases | Oil on canvas | $5,393 | James Adam Salesrooms | Dec 2018 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 52 | $3,227 |
| Works on paper | 40 | $1,192 |
| Prints | 5 | $677 |
| Other | 7 | $340 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 69 | $2,630 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 27 | $1,062 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 108 results from 5 houses · How we compute these figures
Basil Rákóczi is a British/French artist with 146 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $1,895. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Basil Rákóczi sold in 2026 for $6,754, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 106 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Basil Rákóczi work is $1,895.
The median Basil Rákóczi painting sells for $3,249 across 56 lots.
The median Basil Rákóczi work on paper sells for $1,054 across 39 lots.
The median Basil Rákóczi print sells for $441 across 8 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Basil Rákóczi paintings typically sell for $2,379–$5,097 (the middle half of 45 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Basil Rákóczi work on papers typically sell for $950–$2,560 (the middle half of 24 sold lots).
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 9 | $441 | $1,909 | 88.9% | 2026-03-25 |
| Paintings | 69 | $3,249‡ | $11,692‡ | 81.2% | 2026-09-08 |
| Works on Paper | 57 | $1,054‡ | $6,932 | 68.4% | 2026-03-25 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 6 | $6,891‡ | $11,692‡ | — | 2026-09-08 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Basil Rákóczi's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (9 lots) median $441 with 88.9% sell-through. Paintings (69 lots) median $3,249, record $11,692. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified. A typical Basil Rákóczi painting sells for around 7.4× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 6 lots) the median is $6,891.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $1,506–$2,418 | $1,745 | $5,993 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 45 | $2,379–$5,097‡ | $3,366‡ | $11,692‡ |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 15 | $415–$1,121‡ | $778‡ | $1,847 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 24 | $950–$2,560 | $1,285 | $6,932 |
‡ 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 | 2016 | $11,692‡ |
| Paintings | 2017 | $9,105 |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $6,932 |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $5,330 |
| Prints & Editions | 2017 | $1,909 |
| Prints & Editions | 2018 | $1,309 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Basil Rákóczi worth?
Across 106 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Basil Rákóczi work is $1,895. The median Basil Rákóczi painting sells for $3,249 across 56 lots. The median Basil Rákóczi work on paper sells for $1,054 across 39 lots. The median Basil Rákóczi print sells for $441 across 8 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Basil Rákóczi paintings typically sell for $2,379–$5,097 (the middle half of 45 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Basil Rákóczi work on papers typically sell for $950–$2,560 (the middle half of 24 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Basil Rákóczi painting?
Based on 56 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Basil Rákóczi painting is $3,249. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Basil Rákóczi's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Basil Rákóczi painting is $11,692. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a Basil Rákóczi work on paper?
Based on 39 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Basil Rákóczi work on paper is $1,054. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Basil Rákóczi's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Basil Rákóczi work on paper is $6,932.
What is the average price of a medium Basil Rákóczi painting?
Based on 45 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Basil Rákóczi painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $3,366, 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 medium Basil Rákóczi work on paper?
Based on 24 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Basil Rákóczi work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,285, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Basil Rákóczi's auction record?
Basil Rákóczi's auction record is $11,692, set in 2016. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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