Tadanori Yokoo (b. 1936)
What is Tadanori Yokoo’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 129 auction results for Tadanori Yokoo at 10 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,905 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,334–$2,286, n=11). The auction record is $55,038 for Motorcycle (2022, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle, 1966 | Acrylic paint | $55,038 | Christie's | Dec 2022 |
| 2 | Hong Kong, 1997, 1997 | Acrylic paint | $48,563 | Christie's | Dec 2022 |
| 3 | Moat Part II, 1966 | Oil paint | $48,563 | Christie's | Dec 2022 |
| 4 | M's Ocean, 1965 | Oil paint | $48,455 | Christie's | Nov 2022 |
| 5 | M's Ocean, 1965 | Acrylic on canvas | $39,268 | K-Auction | Dec 2025 |
| 6 | TV, 1966 | Acrylic paint | $24,281 | Christie's | Dec 2022 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | HAVING REACHED A CLIMAX AT THE AGE OF 29, I WAS DEAD., 1936 | Silkscreen | $52,800 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2013 |
| 2 | HAVING REACHED A CLIMAX AT THE AGE OF 29, I WAS DEAD., 1936 | Silkscreen | $28,600 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2018 |
| 3 | HAVING REACHED A CLIMAX AT THE AGE OF 29, I WAS DEAD., 1936 | Pen | $22,500 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2015 |
| 4 | HAVING REACHED A CLIMAX AT THE AGE OF 29, I WAS DEAD., 1936 | Pen | $20,000 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2019 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 9 | $39,268 |
| Prints | 46 | $2,395 |
| Works on paper | 21 | $960 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 8 | $4,075 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 58 | $1,164 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 129 results from 10 houses · How we compute these figures
Tadanori Yokoo is a Japanese artist with 161 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $2,250. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Tadanori Yokoo sold in 2026 for $2,640, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full Tadanori Yokoo record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View Tadanori Yokoo on OpeningBid →What is a Tadanori Yokoo work worth?
Across 129 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Tadanori Yokoo work is $2,250.
The median Tadanori Yokoo print sells for $1,944 across 84 lots.
The median Tadanori Yokoo painting sells for $36,497 across 18 lots.
The median Tadanori Yokoo work on paper sells for $2,032 across 7 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Tadanori Yokoo prints typically sell for $803–$8,074 (the middle half of 63 sold 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 | 97 | $1,944‡ | $94,986‡ | 86.6% | 2026-04-07 |
| Paintings | 19 | $36,497‡ | $91,612‡ | 94.7% | 2026-03-15 |
| Works on Paper | 7 | $2,032‡ | $5,336‡ | — | 2026-04-07 |
| Photography | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 8 | $54,397‡ | $94,986‡ | — | 2023-03-11 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Tadanori Yokoo's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (97 lots) median $1,944 with 86.6% sell-through. Paintings (19 lots) median $36,497, record $91,612. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified. A typical Tadanori Yokoo painting sells for around 19× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 8 lots) the median is $54,397.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 63 | $803–$8,074‡ | $1,849‡ | $52,800 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 11 | $2,750–$4,335‡ | $3,900‡ | $94,986‡ |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 11 | $19,790–$48,509‡ | $36,942‡ | $55,038 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $1,040–$3,077‡ | $1,750‡ | $5,336‡ |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $94,986‡ |
| Paintings | 2022 | $91,612‡ |
| Paintings | 2018 | $63,388‡ |
| Prints & Editions | 2013 | $52,800 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $5,336‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $3,077‡ |
‡ 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 Tadanori Yokoo worth?
Across 129 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Tadanori Yokoo work is $2,250. The median Tadanori Yokoo print sells for $1,944 across 84 lots. The median Tadanori Yokoo painting sells for $36,497 across 18 lots. The median Tadanori Yokoo work on paper sells for $2,032 across 7 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Tadanori Yokoo prints typically sell for $803–$8,074 (the middle half of 63 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Tadanori Yokoo print?
Based on 84 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Tadanori Yokoo print is $1,944. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Tadanori Yokoo's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Tadanori Yokoo print is $94,986. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a Tadanori Yokoo painting?
Based on 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Tadanori Yokoo painting is $36,497. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Tadanori Yokoo's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Tadanori Yokoo painting is $91,612. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a medium Tadanori Yokoo print?
Based on 63 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Tadanori Yokoo print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,849, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a medium Tadanori Yokoo painting?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Tadanori Yokoo painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $36,942, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Tadanori Yokoo's auction record?
Tadanori Yokoo's auction record is $94,986, set in 2023. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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