Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III (1786–1865)
What is Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 136 auction results for Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III at 4 houses since 2006. Over the last 24 months the median price was $100 including buyer’s premium (middle half $50–$150, n=134). The auction record is $1,400 for Seiro nikai no zu, goban tsuzuki (Panorama of the Second Floor of a Brothel) (2025, Revere Auctions). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seiro nikai no zu, goban tsuzuki (Panorama of the Second Floor of a Brothel), 1813 | Woodblock print | $1,400 | Revere Auctions | Jan 2025 |
| 2 | Giant Toad Monster Vertical Diptych, 1857 | Woodblock vertical diptych | $1,300 | Revere Auctions | May 2025 |
| 3 | Cat Monster Triptych, 1861 | Woodblock print | $1,200 | Revere Auctions | Jan 2025 |
| 4 | Sumo Wrestling Triptych | Woodblock triptych | $750 | Revere Auctions | Jan 2025 |
| 5 | Giant Carp Fight Triptych | Woodblock print | $650 | Revere Auctions | Jan 2025 |
| 6 | Ghost of Kinpira, White Monkey, 1839 | Woodblock print | $550 | Revere Auctions | Jan 2025 |
| 7 | Yotsuya Kaidan | Woodblock print | $500 | Revere Auctions | Jan 2025 |
| 8 | Kanete Kiku Oie no Bakemono, circa 1838 | Woodblock print | $450 | Revere Auctions | Jan 2025 |
| 9 | Sumo Wrestlers, 1786 | Woodblock print | $411 | Neal Auction Company | May 2006 |
| 10 | Princess Wakana and Giant Spider Web, 1853 | Woodblock triptych | $400 | Revere Auctions | Jan 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 135 | $100 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 7 | $125 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 128 | $100 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 136 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III is a Japanese artist with 153 auction lots recorded since 2006, median price $100. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III sold in 2026 for $150, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
20 Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III works are coming to auction (as of 2026-11-02). Follow Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III free on OpeningBid for sale alerts.
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Across 136 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III work is $100.
The median Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III print sells for $100 across 136 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III prints typically sell for $50–$150 (the middle half of 129 sold lots).
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 150 | $100† | $1,400 | 90.7% | 2026-02-21 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 7 | $750 | $1,400 | — | 2025-05-21 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 129 | $50–$150† | $100† | $1,400 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $75–$150 | $125 | $225 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $1,400 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $1,300 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III worth?
Across 136 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III work is $100. The median Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III print sells for $100 across 136 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III prints typically sell for $50–$150 (the middle half of 129 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III print?
Based on 136 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III print is $100. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III print is $1,400.
What is the average price of a small Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III print?
Based on 129 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III print (small (under 50 cm)) is $100, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III's auction record?
Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III's auction record is $1,400, set in 2025.
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