Kenneth Newman (b. 1924)
What is Kenneth Newman’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 20 auction results for Kenneth Newman at 2 houses since 2023. Over the last 24 months the median price was $806 including buyer’s premium (middle half $476–$1,081, n=18). The auction record is $7,694 for Crowned Guineafowls (2026, Strauss and Co). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Crowned Guineafowls, 1978 | Watercolour on artist's board | $7,694 | Strauss and Co | Jul 2026 |
| 2 | Crested Guineafowls, 1978 | Watercolour on artist's board | $3,664 | Strauss and Co | Jul 2026 |
| 3 | Swainson's Francolins (Francolinus Swainsoni), 1978 | Watercolour on artist's board | $2,198 | Strauss and Co | Jul 2026 |
| 4 | White-Backed Duck and Pygmy Geese | Watercolour on artist's board | $1,246 | Strauss and Co | Jul 2026 |
| 5 | Redbill and Yellowbill Teals, 1978 | Watercolour on artist's board | $1,099 | Strauss and Co | Jul 2026 |
| 6 | Cape Teal and Hottentot Teal | Watercolour on artist's board | $1,026 | Strauss and Co | Jul 2026 |
| 7 | Black Ducks and Cape Shovellers | Watercolour on artist's board | $953 | Strauss and Co | Jul 2026 |
| 8 | Red-Eyed Pochards, 1973 | Watercolour on artist's board | $953 | Strauss and Co | Jul 2026 |
| 9 | Crested Partridges, 1978 | Watercolour on artist's board | $806 | Strauss and Co | Jul 2026 |
| 10 | Red-Necked Francolins, 1978 | Watercolour on artist's board | $806 | Strauss and Co | Jul 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 17 | $806 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 17 | $806 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 20 results from 2 houses · How we compute these figures
Kenneth Newman is a South African artist with 19 auction lots recorded since 2025, median price $806. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Kenneth Newman sold in 2026 for $2,198, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full Kenneth Newman record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View Kenneth Newman on OpeningBid →What is a Kenneth Newman work worth?
Across 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Kenneth Newman work is $806.
The median Kenneth Newman work on paper sells for $806 across 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 17 | $806 | $7,694 | — | 2026-07-13 |
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 17 | $476–$1,099 | $806 | $7,694 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $7,694 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $3,664 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Kenneth Newman worth?
Across 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Kenneth Newman work is $806. The median Kenneth Newman work on paper sells for $806 across 17 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Kenneth Newman work on paper?
Based on 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Kenneth Newman work on paper is $806.
What is Kenneth Newman's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Kenneth Newman work on paper is $7,694.
What is the average price of a medium Kenneth Newman work on paper?
Based on 17 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Kenneth Newman work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $806, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Kenneth Newman's auction record?
Kenneth Newman's auction record is $7,694, set in 2026.
See the full Kenneth Newman record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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