Hans Burkhardt (1904–1994)
What is Hans Burkhardt’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 32 auction results for Hans Burkhardt at 4 houses since 2009. Over the last 24 months the median price was $444 including buyer’s premium (middle half $349–$627, n=11). The auction record is $9,375 for Lovers on the Bridge (2023, John Moran Auctioneers). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lovers on the Bridge | Oil on linen canvas | $9,375 | John Moran Auctioneers | Jun 2023 |
| 2 | Spring in the Canyon, 1970 | Oil on linen canvas | $9,375 | John Moran Auctioneers | Jun 2023 |
| 3 | Turbulence, 1959-60, 1904 | Oil on canvas | $7,000 | Bonhams | May 2018 |
| 4 | Aasgaardstrand, 1968 | Oil on linen canvas | $4,445 | John Moran Auctioneers | Feb 2024 |
| 5 | Wilted Flowers, 1969 | Oil on canvas | $3,492 | John Moran Auctioneers | Feb 2024 |
| 6 | Reclining Female Nude, 1983 | Wove paper | $2,880 | Swann Auction Galleries | Jun 2009 |
| 7 | Architectural composition, 1951, 1951 | Oil on canvas | $2,540 | John Moran Auctioneers | Aug 2026 |
| 8 | Figure in a Landscape, 1939 | Pencil | $2,400 | Swann Auction Galleries | Oct 2011 |
| 9 | Journey to the Unknown, 1969 | Oil on canvas | $1,651 | John Moran Auctioneers | Feb 2024 |
| 10 | Abstract Figural Scene, 1958 | Wove paper | $1,430 | Swann Auction Galleries | Jun 2019 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 9 | $3,492 |
| Works on paper | 14 | $609 |
| Other | 6 | $349 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 20 | $838 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 32 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Hans Burkhardt is an American artist with 45 auction lots recorded since 2009, median price $800.
A work by Hans Burkhardt sold in 2026 for $2,540, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Hans Burkhardt on OpeningBid →What is a Hans Burkhardt work worth?
Across 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Hans Burkhardt work is $800.
The median Hans Burkhardt work on paper sells for $625 across 13 lots.
The median Hans Burkhardt painting sells for $4,445 across 5 lots.
The median Hans Burkhardt print sells for $660 across 3 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 6 | $660 | $750 | 50% | 2023-02-28 |
| Paintings | 10 | $4,445 | $9,375 | 50% | 2024-02-27 |
| Works on Paper | 22 | $625 | $2,880 | 59.1% | 2026-03-24 |
Hans Burkhardt's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (6 lots) median $660 with 50% sell-through. Paintings (10 lots) median $4,445, record $9,375. A typical Hans Burkhardt painting sells for around 6.7× the price of a typical print.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $3,492–$9,375 | $4,445 | $9,375 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 13 | $561–$1,250 | $625 | $2,880 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2023 | $9,375 |
| Paintings | 2023 | $9,375 |
| Works on Paper | 2009 | $2,880 |
| Works on Paper | 2011 | $2,400 |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $750 |
| Prints & Editions | 2010 | $660 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Hans Burkhardt worth?
Across 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Hans Burkhardt work is $800. The median Hans Burkhardt work on paper sells for $625 across 13 lots. The median Hans Burkhardt painting sells for $4,445 across 5 lots. The median Hans Burkhardt print sells for $660 across 3 lots.
What is the average price of a Hans Burkhardt work on paper?
Based on 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Hans Burkhardt work on paper is $625.
What is Hans Burkhardt's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Hans Burkhardt work on paper is $2,880.
What is the average price of a medium Hans Burkhardt work on paper?
Based on 13 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Hans Burkhardt work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $625, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Hans Burkhardt's auction record?
Hans Burkhardt's auction record is $9,375, set in 2023.
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