Robert M. Kulicke (1924–2007)
What is Robert M. Kulicke’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 107 auction results for Robert M. Kulicke at 11 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,586 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,078–$1,985, n=14). The auction record is $11,340 for Carnations in a Jar (2020, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carnations in a Jar, 1975 | Oil on board | $11,340 | Sotheby's | Dec 2020 |
| 2 | Half-Peeled Orange with a Leaf on a Dark Grey Background, 1990 | Painting | $8,890 | Rago Arts | Nov 2025 |
| 3 | Untitled (oil on silk mounted to board), 1962 | Wool | $8,750 | Rago Arts | Nov 2016 |
| 4 | White Flowers in a White Vase, 1980 | Oil on board | $7,560 | Sotheby's | Jul 2022 |
| 5 | Full Roses in a Glass Vase with Fallen Leaf, 1981 | Glass | $7,500 | Rago Arts | Nov 2022 |
| 6 | Half-Peeled Orange, 1995 | Oil on panel | $5,670 | Sotheby's | Jul 2022 |
| 7 | Tomato, 1995 | Oil on panel | $5,670 | Sotheby's | Oct 2022 |
| 8 | Zinnias in a Mustard Jar, 1986 | Oil paint | $5,625 | Rago Arts | Nov 2022 |
| 9 | Zinnias in a Vase, 1968 | Oil on wood | $5,250 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2023 |
| 10 | Pear, 1995 | Oil on panel | $5,040 | Sotheby's | Oct 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 56 | $2,688 |
| Other | 6 | $1,813 |
| Works on paper | 37 | $1,134 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 98 | $1,764 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 107 results from 11 houses · How we compute these figures
Robert M. Kulicke is an American artist with 120 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $1,757. 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 M. Kulicke sold in 2025 for $8,890, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Robert M. Kulicke on OpeningBid →What is a Robert M. Kulicke work worth?
Across 106 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert M. Kulicke work is $1,757.
The median Robert M. Kulicke painting sells for $2,228 across 68 lots.
The median Robert M. Kulicke work on paper sells for $1,386 across 33 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Robert M. Kulicke paintings typically sell for $1,375–$4,688 (the middle half of 68 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Robert M. Kulicke work on papers typically sell for $938–$1,890 (the middle half of 33 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 73 | $2,228† | $11,340 | 93.2% | 2026-03-25 |
| Works on Paper | 40 | $1,386‡ | $2,500 | 82.5% | 2025-07-25 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 6 | $8,155† | $11,340 | — | 2025-11-20 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 68 | $1,375–$4,688† | $2,228† | $11,340 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 33 | $938–$1,890‡ | $1,386‡ | $2,500 |
‡ 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 | 2020 | $11,340 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $8,890 |
| Works on Paper | 2016 | $2,500 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $2,268 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Robert M. Kulicke worth?
Across 106 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert M. Kulicke work is $1,757. The median Robert M. Kulicke painting sells for $2,228 across 68 lots. The median Robert M. Kulicke work on paper sells for $1,386 across 33 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Robert M. Kulicke paintings typically sell for $1,375–$4,688 (the middle half of 68 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Robert M. Kulicke work on papers typically sell for $938–$1,890 (the middle half of 33 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 M. Kulicke painting?
Based on 68 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert M. Kulicke painting is $2,228. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Robert M. Kulicke's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert M. Kulicke painting is $11,340.
What is the average price of a Robert M. Kulicke work on paper?
Based on 33 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert M. Kulicke work on paper is $1,386. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Robert M. Kulicke's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert M. Kulicke work on paper is $2,500.
What is the average price of a small Robert M. Kulicke painting?
Based on 68 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Robert M. Kulicke painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $2,228, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a small Robert M. Kulicke work on paper?
Based on 33 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Robert M. Kulicke work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,386, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Robert M. Kulicke's auction record?
Robert M. Kulicke's auction record is $11,340, set in 2020.
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