Robert Klippel (1920–2001)
What is Robert Klippel’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 309 auction results for Robert Klippel at 9 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,453 including buyer’s premium (middle half $973–$6,159, n=42). The auction record is $94,764 for No. 316, METAL SCULPTURE (2016, Deutscher and Hackett). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | No. 316, METAL SCULPTURE, 1966 – 76 | Brazed and welded steel | $94,764 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2016 |
| 2 | THE SENTINEL, 1988 | Bronze | $92,327 | Deutscher and Hackett | Sep 2010 |
| 3 | Opus 372B, 1981 | Bronze | $88,652 | Menzies Art Brands | Aug 2017 |
| 4 | No. 83, METAL CONSTRUCTION, 1958 | Welded steel | $81,842 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2017 |
| 5 | THE SENTINEL (No.718b), 1988 | Bronze | $68,919 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2019 |
| 6 | No. 21, Pointed theme, 1945 | Tasmanian blackwood, carved | $59,921 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2016 |
| 7 | No. 51, CONSTRUCTIONAL CARVING, 1948 | Satinwood, carved | $58,581 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2016 |
| 8 | Opus 372B, 1981 | Bronze | $56,846 | Menzies Art Brands | Jun 2019 |
| 9 | Untitled, 1981 | Bronze | $56,845 | Deutscher and Hackett | Apr 2021 |
| 10 | Opus 729, Ora Banda, 1920 | Gold | $54,311 | Shapiro Auctioneers | May 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 16 | $11,177 |
| Sculpture | 78 | $9,399 |
| Works on paper | 49 | $1,665 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 17 | $31,660 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 28 | $10,881 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 88 | $2,830 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 309 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Robert Klippel is an Australian artist with 415 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $4,989. 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 Robert Klippel sold in 2026 for $7,625, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Robert Klippel on OpeningBid →What is a Robert Klippel work worth?
Across 307 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Klippel work is $4,989.
The median Robert Klippel sculpture sells for $10,399 across 140 lots.
The median Robert Klippel work on paper sells for $1,573 across 99 lots.
The median Robert Klippel print sells for $813 across 5 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Robert Klippel work on papers typically sell for $712–$2,412 (the middle half of 77 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Robert Klippel sculptures typically sell for $4,139–$16,368 (the middle half of 70 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 | 7 | $813† | $12,710 | 71.4% | 2025-11-12 |
| Paintings | 2 | $1,747† | $1,781† | — | 2020-06-10 |
| Works on Paper | 132 | $1,573†‡ | $48,063† | 75% | 2026-06-17 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 164 | $10,399†‡ | $156,830† | 85.4% | 2026-06-17 |
| Photography | 6 | $5,096‡ | $10,563 | — | 2014-04-30 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 16 | $76,863†‡ | $156,830† | — | 2025-05-27 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Robert Klippel's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (7 lots) median $813 with 71.4% sell-through. Paintings (2 lots) median $1,747, record $1,781. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $1,781 (buyer's premium not included). A typical Robert Klippel painting sells for around 2.1× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 16 lots) the median is $76,863.
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 77 | $712–$2,412†‡ | $1,131†‡ | $10,338 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 18 | $1,959–$3,457†‡ | $2,725†‡ | $48,063† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 70 | $4,139–$16,368†‡ | $7,442†‡ | $54,311 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 30 | $7,437–$20,414†‡ | $12,557†‡ | $94,764 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 30 | $13,493–$56,846†‡ | $36,199†‡ | $156,830† |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2014 | $156,830† |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2011 | $103,429† |
| Works on Paper | 2011 | $48,063† |
| Works on Paper | 2015 | $16,869† |
| Prints & Editions | 2016 | $12,710 |
| Prints & Editions | 2016 | $12,061 |
| Photography | 2014 | $10,563 |
| Photography | 2014 | $8,803‡ |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Robert Klippel worth?
Across 307 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Klippel work is $4,989. The median Robert Klippel sculpture sells for $10,399 across 140 lots. The median Robert Klippel work on paper sells for $1,573 across 99 lots. The median Robert Klippel print sells for $813 across 5 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Robert Klippel work on papers typically sell for $712–$2,412 (the middle half of 77 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Robert Klippel sculptures typically sell for $4,139–$16,368 (the middle half of 70 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 Robert Klippel sculpture?
Based on 140 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Klippel sculpture is $10,399. 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 Robert Klippel's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Klippel sculpture is $156,830. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $156,830 (buyer's premium not included).
What is the average price of a Robert Klippel work on paper?
Based on 99 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Klippel work on paper is $1,573. 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 Robert Klippel's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Klippel work on paper is $48,063. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $48,063 (buyer's premium not included).
What is the average price of a small Robert Klippel work on paper?
Based on 77 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Robert Klippel work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,131, 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 Robert Klippel sculpture?
Based on 70 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Robert Klippel sculpture (small (under 50 cm)) is $7,442, 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 Robert Klippel's auction record?
Robert Klippel's auction record is $156,830, set in 2014. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $156,830 (buyer's premium not included).
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