Klaus Rinke (b. 1939)
What is Klaus Rinke’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 7 auction results for Klaus Rinke at 2 houses since 2006. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,772 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,125–$1,775, n=5). The auction record is $2,535 for The Key Figure with 'Urmutter' (2026, Van Ham Kunstauktionen). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Key Figure with 'Urmutter', 1984 | Öl auf Leinen | $2,535 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Oct 2026 |
| 2 | The Temple of Virginity, 1985 | Mischtechnik auf Bütten | $1,775 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Oct 2026 |
| 3 | Zeitpunktueller Standortwechsel, 1972 | C-Print | $1,772 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Oct 2026 |
| 4 | chalkes Virgin. die gekälkte Jungfrau, 1985 | Mischtechnik auf Bütten | $1,125 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Sep 2026 |
| 5 | Ohne Titel (Grafit und Farbkreide auf Velin), 1980 | Grafit und Farbkreide auf Velin | $358 | Van Ham Kunstauktionen | Oct 2026 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 7 results from 2 houses · How we compute these figures
Klaus Rinke is an artist with 15 auction lots recorded since 2001, median price $1,449. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Klaus Rinke sold in 2026 for $1,775, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Klaus Rinke on OpeningBid →What is a Klaus Rinke work worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Klaus Rinke work is $1,449.
The median Klaus Rinke photograph sells for $1,772 across 1 lots.
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Works on Paper | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Photography | 2 | $1,772 | $1,772 | 50% | 2026-10-08 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | 2026 | $1,772 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Klaus Rinke worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Klaus Rinke work is $1,449. The median Klaus Rinke photograph sells for $1,772 across 1 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Klaus Rinke's auction record?
Klaus Rinke's auction record is $2,535, set in 2026.
See the full Klaus Rinke record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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