François Krige (1913–1994)
François Krige is a South African artist with 47 auction lots recorded since 2009, median price $2,474.
A work by François Krige sold in 2025 for $3,377, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View François Krige on OpeningBid →What is a François Krige work worth?
Across 34 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a François Krige work is $2,474.
The median François Krige painting sells for $3,377 across 22 lots.
The median François Krige work on paper sells for $229 across 6 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 | 4 | — | — | — | 2022-04-25 |
| Paintings | 23 | $3,377 | $3,597 | 95.7% | 2025-09-16 |
| Works on Paper | 6 | $229 | $322 | — | 2025-11-05 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2016 | $3,597 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $3,377 |
| Works on Paper | 2016 | $322 |
| Works on Paper | 2013 | $293 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a François Krige worth?
Across 34 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a François Krige work is $2,474. The median François Krige painting sells for $3,377 across 22 lots. The median François Krige work on paper sells for $229 across 6 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a François Krige painting?
Based on 22 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a François Krige painting is $3,377.
What is François Krige's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a François Krige painting is $3,597.
What is François Krige's auction record?
François Krige's auction record is $3,597, set in 2016.
See the full François Krige record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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