Stanislaus Rapotec (1913–1997)
What is Stanislaus Rapotec’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 63 auction results for Stanislaus Rapotec at 5 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $3,031 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,219–$3,356, n=5). The auction record is $33,158 for Circle Movement (2018, Deutscher and Hackett). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Circle Movement, 1973 | Synthetic polymer paint on composition board | $33,158 | Deutscher and Hackett | Apr 2018 |
| 2 | CIRCLE MOVEMENT, 1973 | Synthetic polymer paint on composition board | $30,152 | Deutscher and Hackett | Apr 2018 |
| 3 | COMPOSITION, 1962 | Oil on composition board | $18,953 | Deutscher and Hackett | Apr 2019 |
| 4 | Untitled IV (Blue Still Life), 1913 | Oil and acrylic on board | $12,505 | Shapiro Auctioneers | May 2024 |
| 5 | Experience in Venice, 1965 | Acrylic on board | $5,269 | Shapiro Auctioneers | May 2025 |
| 6 | Abstract, 1970 | Oil on board | $5,002 | Shapiro Auctioneers | May 2024 |
| 7 | Exploding Form, 1977 | Oil on board | $5,002 | Shapiro Auctioneers | May 2024 |
| 8 | Autumn, 1913 | Acrylic on board | $4,231 | Shapiro Auctioneers | Feb 2018 |
| 9 | At Sea, 1970 | Oil on board | $3,499 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Apr 2017 |
| 10 | Blue & Yellow Flowers, 1989 | Oil on board | $3,356 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Jun 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 19 | $3,356 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 9 | $5,269 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 11 | $2,174 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 63 results from 5 houses · How we compute these figures
Stanislaus Rapotec is an Australian artist with 94 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $3,053. 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 Stanislaus Rapotec sold in 2026 for $3,356, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 61 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Stanislaus Rapotec work is $3,053.
The median Stanislaus Rapotec painting sells for $3,031 across 57 lots.
The median Stanislaus Rapotec work on paper sells for $242 across 3 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Stanislaus Rapotec paintings typically sell for $1,367–$2,940 (the middle half of 32 sold lots).
Large (over 120 cm) Stanislaus Rapotec paintings typically sell for $4,184–$11,937 (the middle half of 23 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 | 3 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Paintings | 83 | $3,031†‡ | $33,158 | 68.7% | 2026-09-15 |
| Works on Paper | 4 | $242† | $538† | 75% | 2019-10-23 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $24,552‡ | $33,158 | — | 2019-04-10 |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 32 | $1,367–$2,940† | $2,155† | $9,368† |
| large (over 120 cm) | 23 | $4,184–$11,937†‡ | $5,396†‡ | $33,158 |
† 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 | 2018 | $33,158 |
| Paintings | 2018 | $30,152 |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $538† |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $242† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Stanislaus Rapotec worth?
Across 61 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Stanislaus Rapotec work is $3,053. The median Stanislaus Rapotec painting sells for $3,031 across 57 lots. The median Stanislaus Rapotec work on paper sells for $242 across 3 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Stanislaus Rapotec paintings typically sell for $1,367–$2,940 (the middle half of 32 sold lots). Large (over 120 cm) Stanislaus Rapotec paintings typically sell for $4,184–$11,937 (the middle half of 23 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 Stanislaus Rapotec painting?
Based on 57 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Stanislaus Rapotec painting is $3,031. 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 Stanislaus Rapotec's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Stanislaus Rapotec painting is $33,158.
What is the average price of a medium Stanislaus Rapotec painting?
Based on 32 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Stanislaus Rapotec painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,155, 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 large Stanislaus Rapotec painting?
Based on 23 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Stanislaus Rapotec painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $5,396, 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 Stanislaus Rapotec's auction record?
Stanislaus Rapotec's auction record is $33,158, set in 2018.
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