Karl (1890–1962)
What is Karl’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 25 auction results for Karl at 4 houses since 2001. Over the last 24 months the median price was $400 including buyer’s premium (middle half $238–$600, n=15). The auction record is $3,250 for Eucalyptus Grove (2019, John Moran Auctioneers). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eucalyptus Grove, 1915 | Oil on panel | $3,250 | John Moran Auctioneers | Apr 2019 |
| 2 | Cliff, circa 1920 | Oil on linen | $2,250 | Clars Auction Gallery | Jun 2025 |
| 3 | Sunset, circa 1920 | Oil on linen | $2,250 | Clars Auction Gallery | Jun 2025 |
| 4 | Sunset on Monhegan Island, 1924 | Gouache on board | $1,600 | Clars Auction Gallery | May 2026 |
| 5 | Monhegan | Oil on canvas | $1,187 | John Moran Auctioneers | May 2023 |
| 6 | Pastoral Farm Scene | Oil on canvas | $900 | Clars Auction Gallery | Jun 2024 |
| 7 | Low Tide | Oil on board | $863 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | May 2001 |
| 8 | Untitled (Seascape) | Oil on board | $750 | Clars Auction Gallery | Jul 2022 |
| 9 | Untitled (Self Portrait) | Oil on canvas | $700 | Clars Auction Gallery | Aug 2022 |
| 10 | Evening Shadows, California | Oil on panel | $600 | Clars Auction Gallery | Oct 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 17 | $700 |
| Works on paper | 7 | $225 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 5 | $1,187 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $500 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 25 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Karl is an American artist with 21 auction lots recorded since 2001, median price $512. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Karl sold in 2026 for $550, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full Karl record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View Karl on OpeningBid →What is a Karl work worth?
Across 20 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Karl work is $512.
The median Karl painting sells for $700 across 17 lots.
The median Karl work on paper sells for $225 across 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 17 | $700‡ | $3,250 | — | 2026-10-16 |
| Works on Paper | 7 | $225 | $325 | — | 2025-05-17 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $2,250 | $3,250 | — | 2025-06-20 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $562–$822‡ | $600‡ | $3,250 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $750–$2,250 | $1,187 | $2,250 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $150–$275 | $225 | $325 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2019 | $3,250 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $2,250 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $325 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $300 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Karl worth?
Across 20 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Karl work is $512. The median Karl painting sells for $700 across 17 lots. The median Karl work on paper sells for $225 across 7 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Karl painting?
Based on 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Karl painting is $700. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Karl's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Karl painting is $3,250.
What is the average price of a small Karl painting?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Karl painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $600, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Karl's auction record?
Karl's auction record is $3,250, set in 2019.
See the full Karl record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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