Kato (1906–1972)
Kato is a Japanese artist with 5 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $408. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Kato sold in 2026 for $3,302, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Kato on OpeningBid →What is a Kato work worth?
Across 4 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Kato work is $408.
The median Kato work on paper sells for $401 across 2 lots.
The median Kato photograph sells for $3,302 across 1 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 | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $401‡ | $716‡ | 66.7% | 2021-03-25 |
| Photography | 1 | $3,302 | $3,302 | — | 2026-02-12 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | 2026 | $3,302 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $716‡ |
| Works on Paper | 1995 | $87 |
‡ 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 Kato worth?
Across 4 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Kato work is $408. The median Kato work on paper sells for $401 across 2 lots. The median Kato photograph sells for $3,302 across 1 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Kato's auction record?
Kato's auction record is $3,302, set in 2026.
See the full Kato record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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