Tom of Finland (1920–1991)
What is Tom of Finland’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 67 auction results for Tom of Finland at 16 houses since 2009. Over the last 24 months the median price was $4,111 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,743–$15,255, n=13). The auction record is $289,800 for Untitled [Twelve Works] (2022, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Untitled [Twelve Works], 1967 | Graphite | $289,800 | Christie's | May 2022 |
| 2 | Untitled (Motorcycle Series), 1959–1960 | Graphite | $189,000 | Phillips | Nov 2021 |
| 3 | Home - Secured., 1982 | Pencil on paper | $87,500 | Swann Auction Galleries | Aug 2021 |
| 4 | Untitled (Two Bikers), 1963 | Pencil | $60,000 | Swann Auction Galleries | Aug 2024 |
| 5 | Untitled (graphite on paper), 1985 | Graphite on paper | $56,700 | Sotheby's | May 2022 |
| 6 | Fucker, 1965 | Ink | $55,000 | Swann Auction Galleries | Aug 2020 |
| 7 | Portrait of Eric, 1985 | Pencil and color pencils | $52,500 | Swann Auction Galleries | Aug 2022 |
| 8 | Untitled (from the Buddy series), 1969 | Graphite | $48,260 | Rago Arts | Nov 2025 |
| 9 | Untitled (from the Buddy series), 1969 | Graphite on paper | $38,000 | Wright | Nov 2025 |
| 10 | Untitled (pencil on paper), 1965 | Pencil on paper | $35,000 | Swann Auction Galleries | Aug 2021 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 9 | $15,120 |
| Works on paper | 31 | $10,625 |
| Prints | 11 | $1,875 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 44 | $9,748 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 6 | $7,750 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 67 results from 16 houses · How we compute these figures
Tom of Finland is a Finnish artist with 69 auction lots recorded since 2009, median price $8,888. 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 Tom of Finland sold in 2026 for $10,986, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Tom of Finland on OpeningBid →What is a Tom of Finland work worth?
Across 67 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Tom of Finland work is $8,888.
The median Tom of Finland work on paper sells for $15,127 across 31 lots.
The median Tom of Finland print sells for $2,743 across 19 lots.
The median Tom of Finland photograph sells for $2,000 across 4 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Tom of Finland work on papers typically sell for $9,934–$38,315 (the middle half of 28 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 | 19 | $2,743 | $13,750 | — | 2026-07-09 |
| Works on Paper | 32 | $15,127‡ | $289,800 | 96.9% | 2026-10-07 |
| Photography | 4 | $2,000 | $15,120 | — | 2024-08-22 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $138,250 | $289,800 | — | 2024-08-22 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 14 | $2,288–$4,026 | $2,753 | $7,740 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 28 | $9,934–$38,315‡ | $14,375‡ | $189,000 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $289,800 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $189,000 |
| Photography | 2023 | $15,120 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $13,750 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $7,740 |
| Photography | 2021 | $2,000 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Tom of Finland worth?
Across 67 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Tom of Finland work is $8,888. The median Tom of Finland work on paper sells for $15,127 across 31 lots. The median Tom of Finland print sells for $2,743 across 19 lots. The median Tom of Finland photograph sells for $2,000 across 4 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Tom of Finland work on papers typically sell for $9,934–$38,315 (the middle half of 28 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 Tom of Finland work on paper?
Based on 31 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Tom of Finland work on paper is $15,127. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Tom of Finland's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Tom of Finland work on paper is $289,800.
What is the average price of a Tom of Finland print?
Based on 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Tom of Finland print is $2,743.
What is Tom of Finland's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Tom of Finland print is $13,750.
What is the average price of a small Tom of Finland work on paper?
Based on 28 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Tom of Finland work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $14,375, 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 small Tom of Finland print?
Based on 14 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Tom of Finland print (small (under 50 cm)) is $2,753, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Tom of Finland's auction record?
Tom of Finland's auction record is $289,800, set in 2022.
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