Charles Gassner (1915–1977)
What is Charles Gassner’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 34 auction results for Charles Gassner at 4 houses since 2014. Over the last 24 months the median price was $263 including buyer’s premium (middle half $195–$362, n=21). The auction record is $593 for Pink House Approach (2025, Strauss and Co). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pink House Approach | Mixed media on paper | $593 | Strauss and Co | Jun 2025 |
| 2 | Composition with Houses and Mountain | Mixed media on paper | $527 | Strauss and Co | Jun 2025 |
| 3 | Abstract Farm Scene | Watercolour and pastel on paper | $383 | Strauss and Co | Oct 2025 |
| 4 | Roadway | Mixed media on paper | $383 | Strauss and Co | Oct 2025 |
| 5 | Charles Gassner (Holland, 1915 - 1977), Pink and Black Circles | Pastel and acrylic on paper | $372 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | Sep 2025 |
| 6 | Abstract Composition in Pink and Black | Mixed media on paper | $362 | Strauss and Co | Jun 2025 |
| 7 | Figure and Cat | Crayon and watercolour on paper | $362 | Strauss and Co | Jun 2025 |
| 8 | Cat Falling | Charcoal on paper | $334 | Strauss and Co | Oct 2024 |
| 9 | Abstract in Green and Black | Mixed media on paper | $329 | Strauss and Co | Jun 2025 |
| 10 | Open Field | Mixed media on paper | $316 | Strauss and Co | Jun 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 20 | $270 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 15 | $329 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 34 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Charles Gassner is a South African artist with 37 auction lots recorded since 2008, median price $270. 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 Charles Gassner sold in 2025 for $383, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 26 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Charles Gassner work is $270.
The median Charles Gassner work on paper sells for $296 across 18 lots.
The median Charles Gassner painting sells for $383 across 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 6 | $383 | $383 | 83.3% | 2025-10-01 |
| Works on Paper | 22 | $296 | $593 | 81.8% | 2025-10-01 |
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 14 | $199–$362 | $323 | $593 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $593 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $527 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $383 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Charles Gassner worth?
Across 26 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Charles Gassner work is $270. The median Charles Gassner work on paper sells for $296 across 18 lots. The median Charles Gassner painting sells for $383 across 5 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 Charles Gassner work on paper?
Based on 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Charles Gassner work on paper is $296.
What is Charles Gassner's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Charles Gassner work on paper is $593.
What is the average price of a medium Charles Gassner work on paper?
Based on 14 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Charles Gassner work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $323, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Charles Gassner's auction record?
Charles Gassner's auction record is $593, set in 2025.
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