Frank Hans Johnston (1888–1949)
What is Frank Hans Johnston’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 39 auction results for Frank Hans Johnston at 4 houses since 2014. Over the last 24 months the median price was $14,175 including buyer’s premium (middle half $8,018–$25,436, n=10). The auction record is $122,480 for Sun Song (2024, Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sun Song, c. 1920 | Tempera on paper board | $122,480 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | May 2024 |
| 2 | Waterfall, Algoma, 1920 | Oil on board | $72,424 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | Nov 2025 |
| 3 | Early Evening, Winter, 1928, 1928 | Gouache on paperboard | $34,144 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | Nov 2024 |
| 4 | Rocky Shore, Lake of the Woods, 1921 | Oil on panel | $26,971 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | May 2026 |
| 5 | Along the Line, Algoma, 1918 | Oil on paper laid down on board | $20,831 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | May 2025 |
| 6 | an Ontario Hillside | Oil on board | $16,421 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | May 2026 |
| 7 | Silent Sentinels | Oil on board | $11,929 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | Nov 2025 |
| 8 | The Golden Pool | Oil on board | $8,246 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | May 2025 |
| 9 | Northern Spring Evening | Oil on board | $7,942 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | Jun 2026 |
| 10 | La Maison Dans Bois | Oil on canvas | $7,000 | Grogan & Company | Feb 2014 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 14 | $10,087 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $14,538 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 8 | $9,935 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 39 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Frank Hans Johnston is a Canadian artist with 39 auction lots recorded since 2014, median price $8,966. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Frank Hans Johnston sold in 2026 for $26,971, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full Frank Hans Johnston record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View Frank Hans Johnston on OpeningBid →What is a Frank Hans Johnston work worth?
Across 39 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Frank Hans Johnston work is $8,966.
The median Frank Hans Johnston painting sells for $9,368 across 36 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Frank Hans Johnston paintings typically sell for $5,761–$21,283 (the middle half of 20 sold lots).
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 36 | $9,368‡ | $122,480 | — | 2026-06-23 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 20 | $5,761–$21,283‡ | $10,258‡ | $72,424 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 16 | $6,228–$12,051‡ | $8,411‡ | $122,480 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2024 | $122,480 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $72,424 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Frank Hans Johnston worth?
Across 39 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Frank Hans Johnston work is $8,966. The median Frank Hans Johnston painting sells for $9,368 across 36 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Frank Hans Johnston paintings typically sell for $5,761–$21,283 (the middle half of 20 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Frank Hans Johnston painting?
Based on 36 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Frank Hans Johnston painting is $9,368. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Frank Hans Johnston's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Frank Hans Johnston painting is $122,480.
What is the average price of a small Frank Hans Johnston painting?
Based on 20 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Frank Hans Johnston painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $10,258, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a medium Frank Hans Johnston painting?
Based on 16 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Frank Hans Johnston painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $8,411, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Frank Hans Johnston's auction record?
Frank Hans Johnston's auction record is $122,480, set in 2024.
See the full Frank Hans Johnston record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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