Kazuko Inoue (b. 1946)
What is Kazuko Inoue’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 91 auction results for Kazuko Inoue at 4 houses since 2017. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,394 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,112–$2,560, n=9). The auction record is $22,500 for (00110) (2020, Wright). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | (00110), 2003 | Acrylic paint | $22,500 | Wright | Jan 2020 |
| 2 | Untitled (Diptych), 1946 | Acrylic paint | $16,250 | Rago Arts | May 2019 |
| 3 | Untitled (acrylic on canvas), 1946 | Acrylic paint | $15,000 | Rago Arts | May 2019 |
| 4 | Untitled (acrylic on canvas), 1986 | Acrylic paint | $13,750 | Wright | Jan 2020 |
| 5 | Untitled (acrylic on canvas), 1984 | Acrylic paint | $13,750 | Rago Arts | Jun 2020 |
| 6 | Untitled (000021), 1985 | Acrylic paint | $11,250 | Rago Arts | Nov 2017 |
| 7 | Untitled (acrylic on canvas), 2000 | Acrylic paint | $10,625 | Wright | Apr 2021 |
| 8 | Untitled (acrylic on canvas), 1946 | Acrylic paint | $10,625 | Rago Arts | Nov 2018 |
| 9 | Untitled (acrylic on canvas), 1984 | Acrylic paint | $10,625 | Rago Arts | May 2020 |
| 10 | Untitled (acrylic on canvas), 1981 | Acrylic | $10,417 | Sotheby's | Jul 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 86 | $4,532 |
| Other | 5 | $1,875 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 45 | $6,500 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 40 | $3,612 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $1,080 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 91 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Kazuko Inoue is a Japanese artist with 96 auction lots recorded since 2017, median price $4,375.
A work by Kazuko Inoue sold in 2025 for $10,417, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Kazuko Inoue on OpeningBid →What is a Kazuko Inoue work worth?
Across 91 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Kazuko Inoue work is $4,375.
The median Kazuko Inoue painting sells for $4,375 across 91 lots.
Large (over 120 cm) Kazuko Inoue paintings typically sell for $4,063–$9,100 (the middle half of 45 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Kazuko Inoue paintings typically sell for $2,394–$4,688 (the middle half of 40 sold lots).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 94 | $4,375 | $22,500 | 96.8% | 2026-09-30 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $15,000 | $22,500 | — | 2020-06-23 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $696–$1,719 | $1,080 | $2,860 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 40 | $2,394–$4,688 | $3,612 | $10,417 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 45 | $4,063–$9,100 | $6,500 | $22,500 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2020 | $22,500 |
| Paintings | 2019 | $16,250 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Kazuko Inoue worth?
Across 91 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Kazuko Inoue work is $4,375. The median Kazuko Inoue painting sells for $4,375 across 91 lots. Large (over 120 cm) Kazuko Inoue paintings typically sell for $4,063–$9,100 (the middle half of 45 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Kazuko Inoue paintings typically sell for $2,394–$4,688 (the middle half of 40 sold lots).
What is the average price of a Kazuko Inoue painting?
Based on 91 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Kazuko Inoue painting is $4,375.
What is Kazuko Inoue's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Kazuko Inoue painting is $22,500.
What is the average price of a large Kazuko Inoue painting?
Based on 45 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Kazuko Inoue painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $6,500, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a medium Kazuko Inoue painting?
Based on 40 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Kazuko Inoue painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $3,612, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Kazuko Inoue's auction record?
Kazuko Inoue's auction record is $22,500, set in 2020.
See the full Kazuko Inoue record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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