Werner Janson
What is Werner Janson’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 83 auction results for Werner Janson at 2 houses since 2026. Over the last 24 months the median price was $422 including buyer’s premium (middle half $193–$621, n=82). The auction record is $3,131 for Kommer vi att överleva (2026, Bukowskis). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kommer vi att överleva | Relief | $3,131 | Bukowskis | Aug 2026 |
| 2 | Untitled (oil on panel), 1956 | Oil on panel | $2,035 | Bukowskis | Aug 2026 |
| 3 | Dansös, 2005 | Oil on canvas | $1,670 | Bukowskis | Aug 2026 |
| 4 | Repulsion, -72 | Relief | $1,148 | Bukowskis | Aug 2026 |
| 5 | Opus 17 | Painting | $1,119 | Bukowskis | Oct 2026 |
| 6 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1963 | Oil on canvas | $1,117 | Bukowskis | Aug 2026 |
| 7 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1959 | Oil on canvas | $1,054 | Bukowskis | Aug 2026 |
| 8 | Untitled | Painting | $949 | Bukowskis | Aug 2026 |
| 9 | Ur prob. jorden, 1980 | Oil on canvas | $939 | Bukowskis | Aug 2026 |
| 10 | Untitled (painted wood) | Painted wood | $887 | Bukowskis | Aug 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 68 | $451 |
| Other | 5 | $204 |
| Works on paper | 7 | $112 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 8 | $678 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 57 | $418 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $344 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 83 results from 2 houses · How we compute these figures
Werner Janson is an artist with 96 auction lots recorded since 2021, median price $418. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Werner Janson sold in 2026 for $1,119, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Werner Janson on OpeningBid →What is a Werner Janson work worth?
Across 83 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Werner Janson work is $418.
The median Werner Janson painting sells for $538 across 38 lots.
The median Werner Janson sculpture sells for $856 across 7 lots.
The median Werner Janson work on paper sells for $237 across 4 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Werner Janson paintings typically sell for $464–$699 (the middle half of 25 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 39 | $538‡ | $2,035 | 97.4% | 2026-09-09 |
| Works on Paper | 4 | $237 | $491 | — | 2026-08-28 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 7 | $856 | $3,131 | — | 2026-08-28 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $1,670 | $3,131 | — | 2026-10-06 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $190–$556‡ | $344‡ | $836 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 25 | $464–$699 | $595 | $2,035 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $3,131 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $2,035 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $1,670 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $1,148 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $491 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $334 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Werner Janson worth?
Across 83 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Werner Janson work is $418. The median Werner Janson painting sells for $538 across 38 lots. The median Werner Janson sculpture sells for $856 across 7 lots. The median Werner Janson work on paper sells for $237 across 4 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Werner Janson paintings typically sell for $464–$699 (the middle half of 25 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Werner Janson painting?
Based on 38 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Werner Janson painting is $538. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Werner Janson's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Werner Janson painting is $2,035.
What is the average price of a medium Werner Janson painting?
Based on 25 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Werner Janson painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $595, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a small Werner Janson painting?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Werner Janson painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $344, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Werner Janson's auction record?
Werner Janson's auction record is $3,131, set in 2026.
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