Edward Mcknight Kauffer (1890–1954)
What is Edward Mcknight Kauffer’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 117 auction results for Edward Mcknight Kauffer at 17 houses since 2002. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,290 including buyer’s premium (middle half $804–$4,250, n=13). The auction record is $34,625 for BIOMORPHIC RUG (2010, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BIOMORPHIC RUG, 1935 | Carpet | $34,625 | Christie's | Apr 2010 |
| 2 | Rug, 1890 | Hand-knotted wool | $33,020 | Christie's | Mar 2026 |
| 3 | Rug, 1890 | Hand-knotted wool | $25,400 | Christie's | Mar 2026 |
| 4 | Stonehenge, 1931 | Gouache | $9,600 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2010 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | POWER / THE NERVE CENTRE OF LONDON'S UNDERGROUND, 1931 | $33,600 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2011 | |
| 2 | GO GREAT WESTERN TO CORNWALL, 1933 | Poster | $10,000 | Swann Auction Galleries | Nov 2007 |
| 3 | GREAT WESTERN TO DEVON'S MOORS, 1933 | Poster | $9,000 | Swann Auction Galleries | Nov 2007 |
| 4 | FROM WINTERS GLOOM TO SUMMERS JOY, 1927 | Poster | $8,000 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2007 |
| 5 | SHOP BETWEEN 10 AND 4 / THE QUIET HOURS / AND BY UNDERGROUND, 1931 | $7,800 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2019 | |
| 6 | MUSEUM OF MODERN ART / ADVERTISING AND EDITORIAL ART EXPOSITION, 1949 | Poster | $7,200 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2012 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Photographs | 5 | $2,200 |
| Works on paper | 18 | $1,896 |
| Prints | 52 | $1,155 |
| Other | 29 | $1,100 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 18 | $1,458 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 75 | $1,140 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 117 results from 17 houses · How we compute these figures
Edward Mcknight Kauffer is an American artist with 165 auction lots recorded since 2002, median price $1,140. 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 Edward Mcknight Kauffer sold in 2026 for $25,400, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 112 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Edward Mcknight Kauffer work is $1,140.
The median Edward Mcknight Kauffer print sells for $1,016 across 81 lots.
The median Edward Mcknight Kauffer work on paper sells for $2,000 across 15 lots.
The median Edward Mcknight Kauffer painting sells for $922 across 3 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Edward Mcknight Kauffer prints typically sell for $551–$2,000 (the middle half of 71 sold 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 101 | $1,016†‡ | $33,600 | 80.2% | 2026-05-13 |
| Paintings | 3 | $922 | $4,336 | — | 2023-12-13 |
| Works on Paper | 16 | $2,000 | $9,600 | 93.8% | 2026-10-30 |
| Photography | 2 | $937 | $937 | 50% | 2019-05-23 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 6 | $29,210 | $34,625 | — | 2026-03-04 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Edward Mcknight Kauffer's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (101 lots) median $1,016 with 80.2% sell-through. Paintings (3 lots) median $922, record $4,336. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 6 lots) the median is $29,210.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $250–$1,290‡ | $340‡ | $1,290 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 71 | $551–$2,000†‡ | $1,125†‡ | $33,600 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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) | 11 | $1,375–$2,125 | $1,875 | $6,098 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2011 | $33,600 |
| Prints & Editions | 2007 | $10,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2010 | $9,600 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $6,098 |
| Paintings | 2023 | $4,336 |
| Photography | 2019 | $937 |
| Paintings | 2009 | $922 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Edward Mcknight Kauffer worth?
Across 112 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Edward Mcknight Kauffer work is $1,140. The median Edward Mcknight Kauffer print sells for $1,016 across 81 lots. The median Edward Mcknight Kauffer work on paper sells for $2,000 across 15 lots. The median Edward Mcknight Kauffer painting sells for $922 across 3 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Edward Mcknight Kauffer prints typically sell for $551–$2,000 (the middle half of 71 sold 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 Edward Mcknight Kauffer print?
Based on 81 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Edward Mcknight Kauffer print is $1,016. 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 Edward Mcknight Kauffer's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Edward Mcknight Kauffer print is $33,600.
What is the average price of a Edward Mcknight Kauffer work on paper?
Based on 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Edward Mcknight Kauffer work on paper is $2,000.
What is Edward Mcknight Kauffer's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Edward Mcknight Kauffer work on paper is $9,600.
What is the average price of a medium Edward Mcknight Kauffer print?
Based on 71 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Edward Mcknight Kauffer print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,125, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. 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 small Edward Mcknight Kauffer work on paper?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Edward Mcknight Kauffer work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,875, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Edward Mcknight Kauffer's auction record?
Edward Mcknight Kauffer's auction record is $34,625, set in 2010.
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