Frans Claerhout (1919–2006)
What is Frans Claerhout’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 233 auction results for Frans Claerhout at 4 houses since 2009. Over the last 24 months the median price was $194 including buyer’s premium (middle half $130–$486, n=69). The auction record is $19,808 for The Shepherd (2019, Strauss and Co). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Shepherd | Bronze with a brown patina | $19,808 | Strauss and Co | May 2019 |
| 2 | Back to Earth | Oil on board | $6,637 | Strauss and Co | Nov 2017 |
| 3 | Sunflower Pickers | Oil on board | $6,036 | Strauss and Co | Nov 2013 |
| 4 | Harvesting | Oil on board | $3,124 | Strauss and Co | May 2013 |
| 5 | Brothers | Oil on board | $2,963 | Strauss and Co | Nov 2013 |
| 6 | Figures in a Rural Setting | Oil on board | $2,650 | Strauss and Co | Apr 2014 |
| 7 | Child with Wheelbarrow and Chicken | Oil on board | $2,208 | Strauss and Co | Apr 2014 |
| 8 | Two Figures | Oil on board | $2,189 | Strauss and Co | Sep 2015 |
| 9 | Three Figures | Oil on board | $2,094 | Strauss and Co | Oct 2025 |
| 10 | Cottage and Three Donkeys | Oil on board | $1,585 | Strauss and Co | Feb 2017 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 22 | $1,165 |
| Works on paper | 61 | $201 |
| Other | 26 | $156 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 27 | $1,064 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $221 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 233 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Frans Claerhout is a South African artist with 215 auction lots recorded since 2009, median price $221. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Frans Claerhout sold in 2026 for a hammer price of $458 (buyer's premium not included), according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 145 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Frans Claerhout work is $221.
The median Frans Claerhout painting sells for $1,182 across 49 lots.
The median Frans Claerhout work on paper sells for $205 across 45 lots.
The median Frans Claerhout sculpture sells for $19,808 across 2 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Frans Claerhout paintings typically sell for $889–$2,429 (the middle half of 23 sold 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 | 1 | — | — | — | 2016-09-26 |
| Paintings | 49 | $1,182 | $6,637 | — | 2025-12-08 |
| Works on Paper | 45 | $205 | $464 | — | 2023-05-10 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2 | $19,808 | $19,808 | — | 2019-05-20 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 9 | $3,124† | $19,808 | — | 2023-07-30 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 23 | $889–$2,429 | $1,206 | $6,637 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $173–$201 | $173 | $464 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $205–$328 | $205 | $362 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2019 | $19,808 |
| Paintings | 2017 | $6,637 |
| Paintings | 2013 | $6,036 |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $464 |
| Works on Paper | 2013 | $362 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Frans Claerhout worth?
Across 145 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Frans Claerhout work is $221. The median Frans Claerhout painting sells for $1,182 across 49 lots. The median Frans Claerhout work on paper sells for $205 across 45 lots. The median Frans Claerhout sculpture sells for $19,808 across 2 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Frans Claerhout paintings typically sell for $889–$2,429 (the middle half of 23 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Frans Claerhout painting?
Based on 49 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Frans Claerhout painting is $1,182.
What is Frans Claerhout's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Frans Claerhout painting is $6,637.
What is the average price of a Frans Claerhout work on paper?
Based on 45 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Frans Claerhout work on paper is $205.
What is Frans Claerhout's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Frans Claerhout work on paper is $464.
What is the average price of a medium Frans Claerhout painting?
Based on 23 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Frans Claerhout painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,206, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Frans Claerhout's auction record?
Frans Claerhout's auction record is $19,808, set in 2019.
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