Matt Groening Auction Prices and Value Guide

Matt Groening auction prices are tracked in Appraisily's artist market index, with source-directory coverage of 286 records. Use this page to review sold-lot activity, market context, and valuation factors before requesting a formal appraisal.

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Matt Groening auction prices depend on medium, size, date, condition, provenance, edition details, attribution confidence, and recent comparable auction sales.

Artist
Matt Groening
Source records
286
Market update
2026-02-06

Artist context

About Matt Groening

Matt Groening is an American cartoonist, animator, and writer best known as the creator of The Simpsons, the longest-running primetime scripted series in television history. Born in Portland, Oregon, in 1954, Groening began his career with the underground comic strip Life in Hell (1977–2012), which drew a devoted following for its sharp, autobiographical humor. He later created the science-fiction animated series Futurama (1999–2013) and the fantasy comedy Disenchantment (2018–2023), solidifying his place among the most influential figures in television animation. His work is defined by satirical social commentary and a recognizably simplified, expressive visual style. While Groening operates primarily in media and entertainment rather than the traditional fine-art world, original production artwork, animation cels, comic drawings, and signed prints tied to his creations circulate widely at auction, making his name a fixture in animation-art and pop-culture collectibles markets.

Underground comixTelevision animationInk on paper (comic strip art)Hand-painted animation celLithographic and serigraph printsSatirical social commentaryCharacter design (Simpsons family, Futurama cast)

Common works and media

Common work types include original hand-painted animation cels from The Simpsons and Futurama, production drawings and character model sheets, limited-edition sericels and lithographic prints, hand-signed posters and promotional materials, original Life in Hell comic strip artwork and published compilations, and concept or development art for television projects. Media range from ink and gouache on celluloid to ink on paper and offset lithography.

Market and appraisal context

Collectors most frequently encounter Groening-associated material as animation production art — original hand-painted cels, character layout drawings, and storyboard panels from The Simpsons and Futurama productions. Signed limited-edition prints, promotional posters, and original Life in Hell comic strip artwork also appear at auction. Key valuation factors include whether a piece is an original production cel versus a later edition print, the cultural significance of the character or scene depicted, the presence of Groening's autograph, condition, and documented provenance. Items tied to landmark episodes or featuring the core Simpsons family tend to draw the strongest interest. Authentication and a clear chain of provenance are essential for accurate appraisal, as the market also contains licensed reproductions and unauthenticated material.

Auction categories and appraisal factors

Appraisal caveats

  • Groening is primarily a media creator rather than a traditional fine artist; most auction material is production artwork, licensed prints, or memorabilia rather than autonomous artworks.
  • The market for animation art can be volatile and is influenced by ongoing series popularity, anniversary events, and broader pop-culture trends.
  • Edition sizes for licensed prints and sericels vary widely and significantly affect value.

Evidence

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Data basis

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Artist value FAQ

How much is Matt Groening worth?

Comparable public auction sales are the best starting point, but final value depends on the specific artwork, condition, size, medium, provenance, and attribution confidence.

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