Viola Frey (1933–2004)
What is Viola Frey’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 148 auction results for Viola Frey at 18 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $6,985 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,794–$17,780, n=41). The auction record is $110,075 for Talking Hands (2020, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Talking Hands, 1989 | Ceramic | $110,075 | Bonhams | Sep 2020 |
| 2 | Fallen Man III, 1992 | Glazed ceramic | $100,075 | Bonhams | May 2019 |
| 3 | Homage, 1985 | Glazed ceramic | $87,575 | Bonhams | Jun 2020 |
| 4 | Untitled (from the Grandmother Dress series), 1982 | Architectural terracotta | $75,600 | Rago Arts | Jun 2024 |
| 5 | Surprised Woman, 1986 | Ceramic | $75,075 | Bonhams | Feb 2020 |
| 6 | Artist, Mind, Studio, 1933 | Glazed ceramic | $72,500 | Bonhams | Oct 2017 |
| 7 | Standing Woman, 1985 | Glazed ceramic | $63,375 | Bonhams | Apr 2022 |
| 8 | Sleeping Man, 1984 | Ceramics | $56,250 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Oct 2013 |
| 9 | Untitled (Grandmother Dress series), 1982 | Architectural terracotta | $56,250 | Wright | Mar 2021 |
| 10 | Blow Man, 1933 | Glazed ceramic | $51,000 | Bonhams | Jun 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 89 | $5,000 |
| Other | 23 | $3,800 |
| Works on paper | 9 | $2,200 |
| Paintings | 10 | $816 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 30 | $38,100 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 47 | $3,825 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 31 | $1,152 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 148 results from 18 houses · How we compute these figures
Viola Frey is an American artist with 172 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $3,790. 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 Viola Frey sold in 2026 for $6,144, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full Viola Frey record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View Viola Frey on OpeningBid →What is a Viola Frey work worth?
Across 138 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Viola Frey work is $3,790.
The median Viola Frey painting sells for $832 across 11 lots.
The median Viola Frey work on paper sells for $2,794 across 5 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 | 14 | $832†‡ | $25,200 | 78.6% | 2023-10-24 |
| Works on Paper | 5 | $2,794† | $5,500† | — | 2025-06-19 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 8 | $75,338† | $110,075 | — | 2024-06-12 |
† 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) | 6 | $528–$1,614† | $800† | $3,000 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $800–$9,987‡ | $1,536‡ | $25,200 |
† 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 | 2010 | $25,200 |
| Paintings | 2009 | $9,987‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2010 | $5,500† |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $3,200 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 Viola Frey worth?
Across 138 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Viola Frey work is $3,790. The median Viola Frey painting sells for $832 across 11 lots. The median Viola Frey work on paper sells for $2,794 across 5 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 Viola Frey painting?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Viola Frey painting is $832. 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 Viola Frey's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Viola Frey painting is $25,200.
What is Viola Frey's auction record?
Viola Frey's auction record is $110,075, set in 2020.
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