KITAJ, R.B. (1932–2007)
What is KITAJ, R.B.’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 76 auction results for KITAJ, R.B. at 18 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $4,080 including buyer’s premium (middle half $501–$15,736, n=22). The auction record is $671,673 for Clerk's Dream (2024, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clerk's Dream, 1972 | Oil paint | $671,673 | Christie's | Mar 2024 |
| 2 | The Sensualist, 1932 | Oil paint | $248,051 | Christie's | Nov 2017 |
| 3 | Tarot Variations | Oil on canvas | $246,320 | Sotheby's | Dec 2010 |
| 4 | Los Angeles No. 1, 1932 | Oil paint | $108,157 | Christie's | Nov 2017 |
| 5 | Annabel, 1979 | Charcoal | $94,512 | Christie's | Jul 2021 |
| 6 | Swirling Hamlet, 1985 | Oil paint | $78,206 | Christie's | Jun 2019 |
| 7 | Germania (Vienna), 1987 | Oil paint | $76,233 | Christie's | Oct 2025 |
| 8 | Paris, 1993 | Oil paint | $67,763 | Christie's | Oct 2025 |
| 9 | Bather (Wading) | Pastel on paper | $62,959 | Sotheby's | Feb 2008 |
| 10 | Tonight the Ballet, 1975 | Pastel on grey paper | $49,239 | Christie's | Jan 2020 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 23 | $27,024 |
| Works on paper | 11 | $11,858 |
| Prints | 28 | $432 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 11 | $67,763 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 14 | $3,767 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 38 | $1,217 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 76 results from 18 houses · How we compute these figures
KITAJ, R.B. is an American artist with 119 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $1,526. 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 KITAJ, R.B. sold in 2026 for $8,240, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View KITAJ, R.B. on OpeningBid →What is a KITAJ, R.B. work worth?
Across 76 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a KITAJ, R.B. work is $1,526.
The median KITAJ, R.B. print sells for $387 across 34 lots.
The median KITAJ, R.B. painting sells for $39,143 across 21 lots.
The median KITAJ, R.B. work on paper sells for $9,103 across 12 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) KITAJ, R.B. prints typically sell for $157–$997 (the middle half of 28 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 | 38 | $387†‡ | $4,000 | 89.5% | 2026-02-26 |
| Paintings | 24 | $39,143 | $671,673 | 87.5% | 2026-07-29 |
| Works on Paper | 14 | $9,103 | $94,512 | 85.7% | 2025-10-23 |
| Photography | 1 | $91 | $91 | — | 2020-05-28 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $247,185 | $671,673 | — | 2024-03-20 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
KITAJ, R.B.'s market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (38 lots) median $387 with 89.5% sell-through. Paintings (24 lots) median $39,143, record $671,673. A typical KITAJ, R.B. painting sells for around 101× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 4 lots) the median is $247,185.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $157–$368 | $157 | $425 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 28 | $157–$997†‡ | $424†‡ | $4,000 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $4,064–$4,864 | $4,080 | $12,634 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $23,631–$42,814 | $33,084 | $246,320 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 9 | $47,500–$108,157 | $76,233 | $671,673 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $3,735–$34,918 | $10,000 | $94,512 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2024 | $671,673 |
| Paintings | 2017 | $248,051 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $94,512 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $49,239 |
| Prints & Editions | 2017 | $4,000 |
| Prints & Editions | 2017 | $1,613 |
| Photography | 2020 | $91 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a KITAJ, R.B. worth?
Across 76 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a KITAJ, R.B. work is $1,526. The median KITAJ, R.B. print sells for $387 across 34 lots. The median KITAJ, R.B. painting sells for $39,143 across 21 lots. The median KITAJ, R.B. work on paper sells for $9,103 across 12 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) KITAJ, R.B. prints typically sell for $157–$997 (the middle half of 28 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 KITAJ, R.B. print?
Based on 34 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a KITAJ, R.B. print is $387. 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 KITAJ, R.B.'s most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a KITAJ, R.B. print is $4,000.
What is the average price of a KITAJ, R.B. painting?
Based on 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a KITAJ, R.B. painting is $39,143.
What is KITAJ, R.B.'s most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a KITAJ, R.B. painting is $671,673.
What is the average price of a KITAJ, R.B. work on paper?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a KITAJ, R.B. work on paper is $9,103.
What is KITAJ, R.B.'s most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a KITAJ, R.B. work on paper is $94,512.
What is the average price of a medium KITAJ, R.B. print?
Based on 28 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium KITAJ, R.B. print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $424, 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 KITAJ, R.B.'s auction record?
KITAJ, R.B.'s auction record is $671,673, set in 2024.
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