Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian (b. 1888)
What is Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 17 auction results for Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian at 1 houses since 2022. Over the last 24 months the median price was $5,527 including buyer’s premium (middle half $4,819–$7,644, n=8). The auction record is $12,637 for SPRING IS ON THE MARCH (2025, Waddingtons). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SPRING IS ON THE MARCH | Oil on board signed lower left | $12,637 | Waddingtons | May 2025 |
| 2 | THE LIFTING VEIL OF WINTER | Oil on hardboard signed lower left | $10,987 | Waddingtons | May 2024 |
| 3 | COUCHER DE SOLEIL À TROIS PISTOLES, 1916 | Oil on linen, laid down on board signed, titled and d | $10,878 | Waddingtons | Jun 2023 |
| 4 | GLOW OF GOLD | Oil on board signed lower left | $9,229 | Waddingtons | Jan 2026 |
| 5 | FINE WEATHER, circa 1947 | Oil on hardboard signed lower left 15.75 x 20 in — 40 | $7,297 | Waddingtons | Jun 2024 |
| 6 | AUTUMN CONTRASTS | Oil on board signed lower left | $7,115 | Waddingtons | Nov 2025 |
| 7 | SUMMER LANDSCAPE | Oil on panel signed | $6,609 | Waddingtons | Dec 2022 |
| 8 | WINTER SUN | Oil on hardboard signed lower left | $5,638 | Waddingtons | Jan 2025 |
| 9 | UNTITLED (SUNSET, ALGOMA) | Pastel on paper, laid on card signed lower right 10 x 13 | $5,416 | Waddingtons | May 2025 |
| 10 | THE GOBLIN'S GROVE | Oil on board signed lower left | $5,036 | Waddingtons | May 2024 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 12 | $6,123 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 5 | $9,229 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $5,036 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 17 results from 1 houses · How we compute these figures
Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian is a Canadian artist with 17 auction lots recorded since 2022, median price $5,638.
A work by Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian sold in 2026 for $9,229, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian on OpeningBid →What is a Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian work worth?
Across 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian work is $5,638.
The median Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian painting sells for $6,123 across 16 lots.
The median Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian work on paper sells for $5,416 across 1 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 16 | $6,123 | $12,637 | — | 2026-01-29 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | $5,416 | $5,416 | — | 2025-05-29 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $4,338–$5,337 | $4,931 | $6,609 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $7,297–$10,987 | $9,229 | $12,637 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2025 | $12,637 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $10,987 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $5,416 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian worth?
Across 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian work is $5,638. The median Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian painting sells for $6,123 across 16 lots. The median Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian work on paper sells for $5,416 across 1 lots.
What is the average price of a Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian painting?
Based on 16 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian painting is $6,123.
What is Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian painting is $12,637.
What is Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian's auction record?
Frank Hans (Franz) Johnston, OSA, RCA , Canadian's auction record is $12,637, set in 2025.
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