Malangatana (1936–2011)
Malangatana is a Mozambican artist with 34 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $2,357. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Malangatana sold in 2025 for $6,271, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Malangatana on OpeningBid →What is a Malangatana work worth?
Across 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Malangatana work is $2,357.
The median Malangatana painting sells for $6,138 across 12 lots.
The median Malangatana work on paper sells for $991 across 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 18 | $6,138 | $21,196 | 66.7% | 2025-03-20 |
| Works on Paper | 10 | $991† | $2,357 | 70% | 2021-04-29 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $5,188–$8,262 | $6,138 | $21,196 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $5,369–$11,597 | $8,445 | $15,299 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $680–$1,601 | $991 | $1,707 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2021 | $21,196 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $15,299 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $2,357 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $1,707 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Malangatana worth?
Across 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Malangatana work is $2,357. The median Malangatana painting sells for $6,138 across 12 lots. The median Malangatana work on paper sells for $991 across 7 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Malangatana painting?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Malangatana painting is $6,138.
What is Malangatana's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Malangatana painting is $21,196.
What is Malangatana's auction record?
Malangatana's auction record is $21,196, set in 2021.
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