Theaster Gates Auction Prices and Value Guide
Theaster Gates auction prices are tracked in Appraisily's artist market index, with source-directory coverage of 63 records. Use this page to review sold-lot activity, market context, and valuation factors before requesting a formal appraisal.
Theaster Gates auction prices: quick answer
Theaster Gates auction prices depend on medium, size, date, condition, provenance, edition details, attribution confidence, and recent comparable auction sales.
- Artist
- Theaster Gates
- Source records
- 63
- Market update
- 2026-02-06
Theaster Gates appraisal factors
Theaster Gates auction prices should be read against comparable works with similar medium, size, date, condition, provenance, and attribution confidence.
Common auction categories
- Fine art and paintings
- Works on paper and prints
- Sculpture and mixed media
- Decorative art and editions
Value drivers
- Medium, size, date, and period within the artist career
- Condition, restoration history, and surface quality
- Signature, inscriptions, edition details, and attribution confidence
- Provenance, exhibition history, and catalogue references
- Recent comparable auction sales for similar works
- Subject matter, rarity, and demand in the current market
Appraisal caveats
- Public auction records are a starting point, not a final appraisal.
- Private sales, incomplete feeds, and attribution changes may not be fully represented.
- Authentication and condition can materially change value.
Recent sale records
Selected public auction records currently in the Appraisily lot index. Use them as market context, then request a formal appraisal before you sell, insure, or donate.
theaster gates b 1973 untitled vessel 2002 · Swann Auction Galleries · 2026-04-02 theaster gates b 1973 untitled vessel 2002 Swann Auction Galleries · 2026-04-02
theaster gates b 1973 bank bond marble6 x 8 x 3 4in 15 3 x 22 3 x · Christie's · 2025-10-22 theaster gates b 1973 bank bond marble6 x 8 x 3 4in 15 3 x 22 3 x Christie's · 2025-10-22
theaster gates b 1973 executive suite wood plexiglas and decommission · Christie's · 2025-07-18 theaster gates b 1973 executive suite wood plexiglas and decommission Christie's · 2025-07-18
theaster gates ranch style with sumi sky · Los Angeles Modern Auctions · 2025-05-30 theaster gates ranch style with sumi sky Los Angeles Modern Auctions · 2025-05-30
theaster gates b 1973 in the event of a race riot xxvi wood hose and · Christie's · 2025-02-27 theaster gates b 1973 in the event of a race riot xxvi wood hose and Christie's · 2025-02-27
theaster gates american b 1973 stack 6901 1 2011 · Dreweatts 1759 Fine Sales · 2024-09-25 theaster gates american b 1973 stack 6901 1 2011 Dreweatts 1759 Fine Sales · 2024-09-25
Data basis
This page is built from Appraisily's public auction market index. Private transactions, incomplete sale feeds, and attribution changes may not be fully represented.
Artist value FAQ
How much is Theaster Gates 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.
Can Appraisily value my Theaster Gates artwork?
Yes. Appraisily can review photos, dimensions, signatures, condition, provenance, and comparable market data to prepare a current valuation.