Margaret Keane (1927–2022)
What is Margaret Keane’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 67 auction results for Margaret Keane at 21 houses since 2011. Over the last 24 months the median price was $7,493 including buyer’s premium (middle half $4,938–$13,576, n=18). The auction record is $23,400 for The Berlin Wall (2022, John Moran Auctioneers). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Berlin Wall, 1964 | Oil on canvas | $23,400 | John Moran Auctioneers | Nov 2022 |
| 2 | Girl with a Clown Mask, 1962 | Oil on canvas | $23,000 | Clars Auction Gallery | Feb 2026 |
| 3 | Portrait of a young crying girl | Oil on canvas | $22,500 | John Moran Auctioneers | Nov 2019 |
| 4 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1927 | Painting | $22,500 | Rago Arts | Dec 2021 |
| 5 | Girl playing jacks, circa 1965 | Oil on canvas | $22,440 | John Moran Auctioneers | Jun 2025 |
| 6 | Why, 1965 | Oil on canvas | $19,050 | John Moran Auctioneers | Mar 2026 |
| 7 | Polynesian Child, 1965 | Oil on canvas | $18,750 | John Moran Auctioneers | Feb 2023 |
| 8 | Untitled (Girl with Pug), 1987 | Painting | $15,120 | Wright | May 2024 |
| 9 | Perspective Reflected, 1964 | Oil and gold leaf on canvas | $15,000 | John Moran Auctioneers | Feb 2023 |
| 10 | Untitled, 1957 | Oil on board | $14,080 | Freeman's Hindman | Dec 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 44 | $8,160 |
| Prints | 6 | $430 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 30 | $10,000 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 24 | $5,513 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 67 results from 21 houses · How we compute these figures
Margaret Keane is an American artist with 107 auction lots recorded since 2011, median price $6,000. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Margaret Keane sold in 2026 for $12,303, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 63 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Margaret Keane work is $6,000.
The median Margaret Keane painting sells for $7,750 across 52 lots.
The median Margaret Keane print sells for $358 across 7 lots.
The median Margaret Keane work on paper sells for $1,435 across 4 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Margaret Keane paintings typically sell for $5,532–$14,860 (the middle half of 26 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Margaret Keane paintings typically sell for $4,788–$7,746 (the middle half of 22 sold lots).
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 10 | $358† | $650 | 70% | 2026-01-12 |
| Paintings | 53 | $7,750†‡ | $23,400 | — | 2026-10-28 |
| Works on Paper | 4 | $1,435 | $4,080 | — | 2025-10-22 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $22,750 | $23,400 | — | 2026-02-19 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Margaret Keane's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (10 lots) median $358 with 70% sell-through. Paintings (53 lots) median $7,750, record $23,400. A typical Margaret Keane painting sells for around 22× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 4 lots) the median is $22,750.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $190–$606 | $430 | $650 |
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 22 | $4,788–$7,746†‡ | $5,880†‡ | $10,625 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 26 | $5,532–$14,860†‡ | $11,250†‡ | $23,000 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2022 | $23,400 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $23,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $4,080 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $1,600 |
| Prints & Editions | 2017 | $650 |
| Prints & Editions | 2021 | $625 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Margaret Keane worth?
Across 63 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Margaret Keane work is $6,000. The median Margaret Keane painting sells for $7,750 across 52 lots. The median Margaret Keane print sells for $358 across 7 lots. The median Margaret Keane work on paper sells for $1,435 across 4 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Margaret Keane paintings typically sell for $5,532–$14,860 (the middle half of 26 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Margaret Keane paintings typically sell for $4,788–$7,746 (the middle half of 22 sold lots). Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Margaret Keane painting?
Based on 52 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Margaret Keane painting is $7,750. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Margaret Keane's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Margaret Keane painting is $23,400.
What is the average price of a medium Margaret Keane painting?
Based on 26 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Margaret Keane painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $11,250, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a small Margaret Keane painting?
Based on 22 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Margaret Keane painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $5,880, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Margaret Keane's auction record?
Margaret Keane's auction record is $23,400, set in 2022.
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