Carlos Alfonzo (1950–1991)
What is Carlos Alfonzo’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 28 auction results for Carlos Alfonzo at 6 houses since 1998. Over the last 24 months the median price was $21,590 including buyer’s premium (middle half $10,000–$50,800, n=9). The auction record is $350,000 for Water Seeds (2019, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Water Seeds, 1988 | Oil paint | $350,000 | Christie's | May 2019 |
| 2 | Wakeup Story (Historia para despertarse), 1988 | Oil on canvas | $214,200 | Sotheby's | May 2022 |
| 3 | Untitled (from the Pulpo Series), 1990 | Oil on linen | $163,800 | Sotheby's | May 2021 |
| 4 | Thought Forms, 1987 | Oil paint | $138,600 | Phillips | Dec 2020 |
| 5 | Lake, 1988 | Oil on canvas | $125,329 | Christie's | Nov 2006 |
| 6 | Loaf, 1987 | Oil on canvas | $119,700 | Christie's | Dec 2008 |
| 7 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1987 | Oil paint | $119,700 | Christie's | Oct 2024 |
| 8 | Petty Joy, 1984 | Acrylic on canvas tarp with metal grommets | $70,400 | Christie's | Oct 2026 |
| 9 | Donatello, 1990 | Oil on canvas | $69,850 | Christie's | Jul 2026 |
| 10 | Artist and The Genie, 1988 | Acrylic on canvas | $66,124 | Christie's | May 2013 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 16 | $67,987 |
| Other | 5 | $25,000 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 16 | $70,125 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 7 | $21,590 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 28 results from 6 houses · How we compute these figures
Carlos Alfonzo is a Cuban artist with 28 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $37,375. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Carlos Alfonzo sold in 2026 for $70,400, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Carlos Alfonzo on OpeningBid →What is a Carlos Alfonzo work worth?
Across 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Carlos Alfonzo work is $37,375.
The median Carlos Alfonzo painting sells for $68,262 across 16 lots.
The median Carlos Alfonzo work on paper sells for $2,816 across 3 lots.
The median Carlos Alfonzo sculpture sells for $16,380 across 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 16 | $68,262 | $350,000 | — | 2026-10-01 |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $2,816 | $25,000 | — | 2026-09-21 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $16,380 | $16,380 | — | 2012-05-08 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 7 | $138,600 | $350,000 | — | 2024-10-02 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large (over 120 cm) | 13 | $40,250–$138,600 | $119,700 | $350,000 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2019 | $350,000 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $214,200 |
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $25,000 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2012 | $16,380 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $2,816 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Carlos Alfonzo worth?
Across 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Carlos Alfonzo work is $37,375. The median Carlos Alfonzo painting sells for $68,262 across 16 lots. The median Carlos Alfonzo work on paper sells for $2,816 across 3 lots. The median Carlos Alfonzo sculpture sells for $16,380 across 1 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Carlos Alfonzo painting?
Based on 16 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Carlos Alfonzo painting is $68,262.
What is Carlos Alfonzo's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Carlos Alfonzo painting is $350,000.
What is the average price of a large Carlos Alfonzo painting?
Based on 13 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Carlos Alfonzo painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $119,700, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Carlos Alfonzo's auction record?
Carlos Alfonzo's auction record is $350,000, set in 2019.
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