Isamu Kenmochi (1912–1971)
What is Isamu Kenmochi’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 92 auction results for Isamu Kenmochi at 17 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $4,479 including buyer’s premium (middle half $3,570–$7,465, n=21). The auction record is $31,250 for rare coffee table (2013, Wright). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | rare coffee table, 1965 | Partridgewood | $31,250 | Wright | Jun 2013 |
| 2 | coffee table, 1965 | Partridgewood | $20,320 | Wright | Mar 2015 |
| 3 | Paire de chauffeuses, 1912 | Wool | $19,256 | PIASA | Jun 2026 |
| 4 | Table basse, 1912 | Isamu Kenmochi (1912-1971) | $16,293 | PIASA | Jun 2026 |
| 5 | special-order coffee table, 1965 | Partridgewood | $13,970 | Wright | Jun 2015 |
| 6 | Table basse - Circa 1965, 1965 | Palissandre massif | $12,240 | Artcurial | Nov 2019 |
| 7 | Unique sofa and pair of armchairs, designed for a private commission, Japan, 1964 | Oak | $11,354 | Phillips | Oct 2015 |
| 8 | Suite de douze chaises, 1912 | Wool | $11,198 | PIASA | Jul 2026 |
| 9 | Rattan furniture suite, 1960 | Bamboo | $10,160 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Mar 2025 |
| 10 | Pair of armchairs, circa 1967 | Rosewood-veneered plywood, fabric | $10,000 | Phillips | Jun 2016 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 86 | $3,210 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 24 | $3,288 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 48 | $3,250 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $1,951 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 92 results from 17 houses · How we compute these figures
Isamu Kenmochi is a Japanese artist with 116 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $3,024. 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 Isamu Kenmochi sold in 2026 for $4,479, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Isamu Kenmochi on OpeningBid →What is a Isamu Kenmochi work worth?
Across 92 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Isamu Kenmochi work is $3,024.
The median Isamu Kenmochi sculpture sells for $3,276 across 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 3 | $3,276 | $4,479 | — | 2026-07-02 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $19,256 | $31,250 | — | 2026-06-28 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $4,479 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2024 | $3,276 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Isamu Kenmochi worth?
Across 92 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Isamu Kenmochi work is $3,024. The median Isamu Kenmochi sculpture sells for $3,276 across 3 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 Isamu Kenmochi's auction record?
Isamu Kenmochi's auction record is $31,250, set in 2013.
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