Karl E. Fortess (b. 1907)
Karl E. Fortess is an American artist with 7 auction lots recorded since 1993, median price $425. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Karl E. Fortess sold in 2005 for $425, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Karl E. Fortess on OpeningBid →What is a Karl E. Fortess work worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Karl E. Fortess work is $425.
The median Karl E. Fortess print sells for $440 across 5 lots.
The median Karl E. Fortess painting sells for $286 across 2 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 | 5 | $440 | $800 | — | 2025-01-30 |
| Paintings | 2 | $286‡ | $425 | — | 2010-01-08 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Karl E. Fortess's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (5 lots) median $440. Paintings (2 lots) median $286, record $425.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2003 | $800 |
| Prints & Editions | 2003 | $700 |
| Paintings | 2005 | $425 |
| Paintings | 2010 | $146‡ |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Karl E. Fortess worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Karl E. Fortess work is $425. The median Karl E. Fortess print sells for $440 across 5 lots. The median Karl E. Fortess painting sells for $286 across 2 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Karl E. Fortess's auction record?
Karl E. Fortess's auction record is $800, set in 2003.
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