Chokwe
What is Chokwe’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 8 auction results for Chokwe at 4 houses since 2021. Over the last 24 months the median price was $650 including buyer’s premium (middle half $635–$665, n=6). The auction record is $1,067 for Chokwe (Angola) Style, Two High-Back Chairs Carved with Masks and Figures (2026, Russell Kaplan Auctioneers). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chokwe (Angola) Style, Two High-Back Chairs Carved with Masks and Figures | — | $1,067 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | May 2026 |
| 2 | Bird mask, 20th century | Mask | $635 | Wright | Dec 2025 |
| 3 | Bird mask | Carved and painted wood | $635 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Dec 2025 |
| 4 | Mask | Carved wood, raffia, cord | $576 | Wright | Aug 2026 |
| 5 | Mask, 20th century | Mask | $125 | Rago Arts | Jul 2021 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Figural prestige staff | Carved wood, nails | $665 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Apr 2026 |
| 2 | Figural prestige staff | Prestige staff | $665 | Wright | Apr 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 7 | $635 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 8 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Chokwe is an artist with 11 auction lots recorded since 2021, median price $635.
A work by Chokwe sold in 2026 for $1,067, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full Chokwe record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View Chokwe on OpeningBid →What is a Chokwe work worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chokwe work is $635.
The median Chokwe sculpture sells for $620 across 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2 | $620 | $665 | — | 2026-08-11 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $665 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $576 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Chokwe worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chokwe work is $635. The median Chokwe sculpture sells for $620 across 2 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Chokwe's auction record?
Chokwe's auction record is $1,067, set in 2026.
See the full Chokwe record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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