Ernst de Jong (1934–2016)
What is Ernst de Jong’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 30 auction results for Ernst de Jong at 2 houses since 2014. Over the last 24 months the median price was $347 including buyer’s premium (middle half $125–$454, n=11). The auction record is $8,175 for Nude (2018, Strauss and Co). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nude, 1970 | Oil on canvas | $8,175 | Strauss and Co | Jun 2018 |
| 2 | Muizenberg Huts, 1984 | Ink and pastel on paper | $856 | Strauss and Co | Jun 2025 |
| 3 | Ernst de Jong (South Africa, 1934 - 2016), Night's Passage II, 1976 | — | $546 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | Mar 2025 |
| 4 | Ernst de Jong (South Africa, 1934 - 2016), Night's Passage I, 1976 | — | $353 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | Mar 2025 |
| 5 | Still Life with Green Pepper, 1979 | Oil and gold leaf on panel | $347 | Strauss and Co | Sep 2025 |
| 6 | Ernst de Jong (South Africa, 1934 - 2016), Night's Passage VI, 1976 | — | $312 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | Dec 2024 |
| 7 | Ernst de Jong (South Africa, 1934 - 2016), Night's Passage IV, 1976 | — | $128 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | Mar 2025 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Night's Passage Series I to VIII, 1976 | Screenprint on paper | $3,547 | Strauss and Co | Dec 2025 |
| 2 | Western Images, 1977 | Colour screenprint | $1,134 | Strauss and Co | Jun 2019 |
| 3 | Abstract Composition, 1969 | Colour screenprint on paper | $362 | Strauss and Co | Jun 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 7 | $128 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 6 | $995 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 30 results from 2 houses · How we compute these figures
Ernst de Jong is a South African artist with 33 auction lots recorded since 2014, median price $353. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Ernst de Jong sold in 2025 for $3,547, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Ernst de Jong on OpeningBid →What is a Ernst de Jong work worth?
Across 25 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ernst de Jong work is $353.
The median Ernst de Jong print sells for $748 across 11 lots.
The median Ernst de Jong painting sells for $4,261 across 6 lots.
The median Ernst de Jong work on paper sells for $856 across 1 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 | 11 | $748 | $3,547 | — | 2025-12-08 |
| Paintings | 6 | $4,261 | $8,175 | — | 2025-09-29 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | $856 | $856 | — | 2025-06-24 |
Ernst de Jong's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (11 lots) median $748. Paintings (6 lots) median $4,261, record $8,175. A typical Ernst de Jong painting sells for around 5.7× the price of a typical print.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $362–$1,134 | $581 | $3,547 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2018 | $8,175 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $3,547 |
| Prints & Editions | 2019 | $1,134 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $856 |
| Paintings | 2014 | $607 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ernst de Jong worth?
Across 25 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ernst de Jong work is $353. The median Ernst de Jong print sells for $748 across 11 lots. The median Ernst de Jong painting sells for $4,261 across 6 lots. The median Ernst de Jong work on paper sells for $856 across 1 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Ernst de Jong print?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ernst de Jong print is $748.
What is Ernst de Jong's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ernst de Jong print is $3,547.
What is Ernst de Jong's auction record?
Ernst de Jong's auction record is $8,175, set in 2018.
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