Kai Althoff (b. 1966)
What is Kai Althoff’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 50 auction results for Kai Althoff at 9 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,207 including buyer’s premium (middle half $374–$59,363, n=18). The auction record is $960,000 for Untitled dispersion (2024, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Untitled dispersion, 2008 | Acrylic medium, pigments, damar varnish and lacquer with aluminum pigment on fabric | $960,000 | Sotheby's | Nov 2024 |
| 2 | Antonius Eremita | Boat lacquer, paper and varnish on canvas, edged in felt | $890,047 | Sotheby's | Oct 2018 |
| 3 | Unter der Autobahnbrücke, 2003 | Mixed media on paper mounted on canvas | $512,000 | Sotheby's | Jun 2026 |
| 4 | Ashley's, 1990 | Paper collage, felt-tip pen and graphite on paper | $453,600 | Sotheby's | May 2022 |
| 5 | Untitled (oil, acrylic and fabric collage on two joined linen canvases), 2013 | Oil, acrylic and fabric collage on two joined linen canvases | $406,468 | Christie's | Mar 2026 |
| 6 | Erwachsen werden, Fabio (Growing Up, Fabio), 1991 | Graphite | $289,190 | Christie's | Mar 2024 |
| 7 | Untitled (Immo), 2004 | Synthetic polymer paint and leather on gift-wrap paper in gilded antique frame | $162,500 | Christie's | May 2017 |
| 8 | Sans titre (laque, papier, aquarelle et vernis sur toile), 2001 | Canvas | $161,620 | Sotheby's | Oct 2023 |
| 9 | Untitled (oil and spray enamel on fabric), circa 2004 | Oil and spray enamel on fabric | $130,753 | Christie's | Oct 2017 |
| 10 | Immo, 2004 | Mixed media | $118,750 | Bonhams | Nov 2013 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 10 | $122,310 |
| Other | 8 | $49,326 |
| Works on paper | 24 | $18,265 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 16 | $79,783 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 21 | $27,500 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 50 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Kai Althoff is a German artist with 59 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $42,281. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Kai Althoff sold in 2026 for $512,000, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 46 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Kai Althoff work is $42,281.
The median Kai Althoff work on paper sells for $54,000 across 17 lots.
The median Kai Althoff painting sells for $106,484 across 4 lots.
The median Kai Althoff print sells for $1,625 across 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 4 | $1,625 | $3,027 | — | 2026-03-04 |
| Paintings | 5 | $106,484 | $406,468 | 80% | 2026-03-07 |
| Works on Paper | 17 | $54,000 | $512,000 | — | 2026-06-09 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 11 | $289,190 | $960,000 | — | 2026-06-09 |
Kai Althoff's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (4 lots) median $1,625. Paintings (5 lots) median $106,484, record $406,468. A typical Kai Althoff painting sells for around 66× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 11 lots) the median is $289,190.
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 12 | $22,109–$69,000 | $51,000 | $453,600 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $23,699–$161,620 | $78,000 | $512,000 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $512,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $453,600 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $406,468 |
| Paintings | 2017 | $130,753 |
| Prints & Editions | 2020 | $2,250 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $1,000 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Kai Althoff worth?
Across 46 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Kai Althoff work is $42,281. The median Kai Althoff work on paper sells for $54,000 across 17 lots. The median Kai Althoff painting sells for $106,484 across 4 lots. The median Kai Althoff print sells for $1,625 across 4 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Kai Althoff work on paper?
Based on 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Kai Althoff work on paper is $54,000.
What is Kai Althoff's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Kai Althoff work on paper is $512,000.
What is the average price of a small Kai Althoff work on paper?
Based on 12 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Kai Althoff work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $51,000, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Kai Althoff's auction record?
Kai Althoff's auction record is $960,000, set in 2024.
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