Inge King (1918–2018)
What is Inge King’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 64 auction results for Inge King at 5 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $32,589 including buyer’s premium (middle half $17,144–$49,050, n=11). The auction record is $161,589 for Celestial Rings I (2025, Smith & Singer). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Celestial Rings I, 2014 | Stainless steel | $161,589 | Smith & Singer | Nov 2025 |
| 2 | PLANET, 2009 | Stainless steel | $155,993 | Deutscher and Hackett | Feb 2022 |
| 3 | Black Sun, 1974 | Enamel paint on steel | $82,329 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2024 |
| 4 | Euridice, 1965 | Black painted steel | $79,476 | Christie's | May 2003 |
| 5 | Black Sun, 1974 | Enamel paint on steel | $79,282 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2024 |
| 6 | BLACK SUN, 1974 | Enamel paint on steel | $78,999 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2024 |
| 7 | Two is a Crowd, 1985 | Painted steel | $72,537 | Menzies Art Brands | Aug 2025 |
| 8 | SHOUTING ANGELS, 1994 | Bronze | $49,536 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2017 |
| 9 | Joie de vivre (maquette II), 1989 | Polychrome steel on granite base | $49,462 | Deutscher and Hackett | Sep 2025 |
| 10 | Joie de vivre (maquette II), 1989 | Polychrome steel on granite base | $48,638 | Deutscher and Hackett | Sep 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 6 | $37,623 |
| Sculpture | 28 | $30,221 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 17 | $43,075 |
| Large (over 120 cm) | 9 | $32,589 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 64 results from 5 houses · How we compute these figures
Inge King is an Australian artist with 69 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $29,375. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Inge King sold in 2026 for $47,664, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full Inge King record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View Inge King on OpeningBid →What is a Inge King work worth?
Across 63 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Inge King work is $29,375.
The median Inge King sculpture sells for $32,744 across 46 lots.
The median Inge King work on paper sells for $6,901 across 1 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Inge King sculptures typically sell for $24,713–$67,352 (the middle half of 22 sold lots).
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 1 | $6,901† | $6,901† | — | 2017-11-22 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 49 | $32,744†‡ | $161,589 | 93.9% | 2026-06-17 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $142,989†‡ | $161,589 | — | 2025-11-25 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $11,009–$16,492† | $14,295† | $32,721† |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 22 | $24,713–$67,352†‡ | $38,467†‡ | $155,993 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 13 | $29,375–$75,669†‡ | $39,311†‡ | $161,589 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $161,589 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2022 | $155,993 |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $6,901† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Inge King worth?
Across 63 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Inge King work is $29,375. The median Inge King sculpture sells for $32,744 across 46 lots. The median Inge King work on paper sells for $6,901 across 1 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Inge King sculptures typically sell for $24,713–$67,352 (the middle half of 22 sold lots). Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Inge King sculpture?
Based on 46 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Inge King sculpture is $32,744. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Inge King's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Inge King sculpture is $161,589.
What is the average price of a medium Inge King sculpture?
Based on 22 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Inge King sculpture (medium (50–120 cm)) is $38,467, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a large Inge King sculpture?
Based on 13 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Inge King sculpture (large (over 120 cm)) is $39,311, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Inge King's auction record?
Inge King's auction record is $161,589, set in 2025.
See the full Inge King record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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