Chris Johanson (b. 1968)
What is Chris Johanson’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 56 auction results for Chris Johanson at 13 houses since 2012. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,176 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,265–$4,143, n=15). The auction record is $15,916 for Hey Ron (2019, Artcurial). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hey Ron, 2002 | Acrylique sur toile | $15,916 | Artcurial | Oct 2019 |
| 2 | Please make it the way it could be, 2007 | Acrylique sur bois | $15,896 | Artcurial | Feb 2017 |
| 3 | Untitled (Row of People), 2002 | Painting | $15,625 | Phillips | Feb 2017 |
| 4 | Magic Right Now, 2001 | Acrylic on wood | $8,960 | Rago Arts | Jul 2026 |
| 5 | Untitled, 2000 | Acrylic paint | $8,820 | Sotheby's | Dec 2020 |
| 6 | This Isn't Fair, 2002 | Acrylic paint | $7,620 | Rago Arts | Mar 2025 |
| 7 | Planets, 2002 | Acrylic on wood | $7,040 | Rago Arts | Jul 2026 |
| 8 | What made him strong what made him lazy what happened to him, 2010 | Unique acrylic drawing in colors, on wove paper | $6,096 | Phillips | Oct 2024 |
| 9 | Chud, 2000 | Acrylique sur bois | $5,843 | Artcurial | Oct 2019 |
| 10 | Road Maggot, 2000 | Acrylique sur bois | $5,788 | Artcurial | Oct 2019 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 28 | $3,504 |
| Other | 7 | $2,875 |
| Works on paper | 11 | $1,625 |
| Prints | 6 | $219 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $8,820 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 27 | $2,816 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $1,625 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 56 results from 13 houses · How we compute these figures
Chris Johanson is an American artist with 67 auction lots recorded since 2010, median price $2,799. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Chris Johanson sold in 2026 for $8,960, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Chris Johanson on OpeningBid →What is a Chris Johanson work worth?
Across 56 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chris Johanson work is $2,799.
The median Chris Johanson painting sells for $3,192 across 33 lots.
The median Chris Johanson work on paper sells for $1,578 across 10 lots.
The median Chris Johanson print sells for $126 across 7 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 | 9 | $126 | $1,318 | 77.8% | 2026-10-06 |
| Paintings | 35 | $3,192† | $15,916 | 94.3% | 2026-07-29 |
| Works on Paper | 13 | $1,578 | $6,096 | 76.9% | 2025-07-31 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $3,840 | $3,840 | — | 2026-07-16 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $15,896 | $15,916 | — | 2019-10-22 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Chris Johanson's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (9 lots) median $126 with 77.8% sell-through. Paintings (35 lots) median $3,192, record $15,916. A typical Chris Johanson painting sells for around 25× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 3 lots) the median is $15,896.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $2,030–$3,236† | $2,875† | $5,843 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 19 | $1,912–$4,375 | $3,000 | $5,788 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $7,185–$13,959 | $8,290 | $15,916 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $1,200–$2,000 | $1,307 | $3,949 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2019 | $15,916 |
| Paintings | 2017 | $15,896 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $6,096 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $3,949 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $3,840 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $1,318 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $445 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Chris Johanson worth?
Across 56 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chris Johanson work is $2,799. The median Chris Johanson painting sells for $3,192 across 33 lots. The median Chris Johanson work on paper sells for $1,578 across 10 lots. The median Chris Johanson print sells for $126 across 7 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Chris Johanson painting?
Based on 33 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Chris Johanson painting is $3,192. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Chris Johanson's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Chris Johanson painting is $15,916.
What is the average price of a Chris Johanson work on paper?
Based on 10 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Chris Johanson work on paper is $1,578.
What is Chris Johanson's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Chris Johanson work on paper is $6,096.
What is the average price of a medium Chris Johanson painting?
Based on 19 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Chris Johanson painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $3,000, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Chris Johanson's auction record?
Chris Johanson's auction record is $15,916, set in 2019.
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