Ken Payne (1938–2012)
Ken Payne is an American artist with 5 auction lots recorded since 2013, median price $1,700. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Ken Payne sold in 2026 for $1,920, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Ken Payne on OpeningBid →What is a Ken Payne work worth?
Across 5 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ken Payne work is $1,700.
The median Ken Payne sculpture sells for $2,290 across 8 lots.
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 8 | $2,290† | $4,950 | — | 2025-03-25 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $1,910–$3,218† | $2,755† | $4,950 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2024 | $4,950 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2024 | $3,300 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ken Payne worth?
Across 5 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ken Payne work is $1,700. The median Ken Payne sculpture sells for $2,290 across 8 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Ken Payne's auction record?
Ken Payne's auction record is $2,040, set in 2021.
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