Franz Kline Sold at Auction Prices

Painter, b. 1910 - d. 1962

Dramatic, powerful strokes emblazon the canvases of Franz Kline's paintings. Lauded for his contributions to the abstract expressionist movement of the early 1950s, Kline's forceful, commanding black lines on white earned him high acclaim as the quintessential action painter.

The American artist attended Boston University and the Heatherley School of Fine Art in London, then settled in New York where Franz Kline's paintings of realist cityscapes drew top awards from the National Academy of Design. His signature style was later honed when Willem de Kooning introduced him to abstraction. Crafted using house painter brushes, the explosive, intense quality of Franz Kline's prints intend to elicit deep feelings and emotions. Franz Kline's artwork is part of many important collections, including New York's Museum of Modern Art and the Guggenheim in Venice. Discerning collectors can find rare abstract paintings for sale at Invaluable.

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  • FRANZ KLINE [USA] 1910-1962 [ATTR.] UNTITLED ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONIST COMPOSTION, OIL ON LINEN, INSCRIBED VERSO, 94X75CMS, UNFRAMED. PRIVATE COLLECTION. CONDITION FINE.
    Aug. 30, 2026

    FRANZ KLINE [USA] 1910-1962 [ATTR.] UNTITLED ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONIST COMPOSTION, OIL ON LINEN, INSCRIBED VERSO, 94X75CMS, UNFRAMED. PRIVATE COLLECTION. CONDITION FINE.

    Est: $30,000 - $50,000

    FRANZ KLINE [USA] 1910-1962 [attr.] Untitled Abstract Expressionist Compostion, oil on linen, inscribed verso, 100x100cms, unframed. Private Collection. Condition fine. Franz Kline is renowned for his bold, black-and-white abstract paintings that embody the principles of Abstract Expressionism, emphasizing movement, energy, and emotional intensity. He is associated with the Abstract Expressionist movement of the 1940s and 1950s. Please read the Terms & Conditions of Auction before placing a bid. These T&C's are applicable to each lot in this Auction. Any available provenance or documentation will be included with the description, if not included, assume it to be unknown or missing. Most lots are either ex estate or storage, have not been submitted for authentication, verification or expertising and for this reason, are offered UNRESERVED. It is the responsibility of intending buyers to do their own research and due diligence before submitting an offer. We do not offer returns or refunds - ALL SALES ARE FINAL.

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  • FRANZ KLINE. SIDNEY JANIS NEW YORK, 1956
    Jun. 19, 2026

    FRANZ KLINE. SIDNEY JANIS NEW YORK, 1956

    Est: €80 - €150

    Small poster, 41 x 46 cm, offset printed b/w. Mailed, folded three times. With crease and barely visible tiny hole in intersection of folds, fine copy. Invitation for the preview of new paintings by Franz Kline, exhibited at Sidney Janis Gallery, New York, 5-31 March 1956.

    Zwiggelaar Auctions
  • Franz Kline, Personnage (Portrait of Frederick Blumenstein III)
    May. 28, 2026

    Franz Kline, Personnage (Portrait of Frederick Blumenstein III)

    Est: $7,000 - $9,000

    Franz Kline Personnage (Portrait of Frederick Blumenstein III) c. 1940-43 oil on canvas 12 h x 10 w in (30 x 25 cm) Provenance: Allan Stone Gallery, New York | Private Collection This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

    Rago Arts and Auction Center
  • Attributed to Franz Kline (1910-1962): Untitled #6
    May. 21, 2026

    Attributed to Franz Kline (1910-1962): Untitled #6

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Pencil on paper, unsigned, with label from Louis Meisel Gallery, New York. 9 3/4 x 7 1/4 in. (sheet), 14 5/8 x 13 1/4 in. (frame).

    STAIR
  • FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Rocker. oil on Masonite36 x 20 5/8 in. (91.4 x 52.
    May. 21, 2026

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Rocker. oil on Masonite36 x 20 5/8 in. (91.4 x 52.

    Est: $250,000 - $350,000

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Rocker. oil on Masonite36 x 20 5/8 in. (91.4 x 52.1 cm.).

    Christie's
  • FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Untitled. oil on paper mounted on panel11 ¾ x 13 1
    May. 21, 2026

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Untitled. oil on paper mounted on panel11 ¾ x 13 1

    Est: $120,000 - $180,000

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Untitled. oil on paper mounted on panel11 ¾ x 13 1/8 in. (28.7 x 33.3 cm.).

    Christie's
  • Study for Untitled and Study for Sabro [Double-Sided Work]
    May. 15, 2026

    Study for Untitled and Study for Sabro [Double-Sided Work]

    Est: $150,000 - $200,000

    Robert Mnuchin: Collector at Heart Franz Kline 1910 - 1962 Study for Untitled and Study for Sabro [Double-Sided Work] signed and dedicated to Selden (on the Untitled side) oil and ink on paper 8 ½ by 11 in. 21.6 by 27.9 cm. Executed circa 1957.

    Sotheby's
  • Harleman
    May. 14, 2026

    Harleman

    Est: $12,000,000 - $18,000,000

    Robert Mnuchin: Collector at Heart Franz Kline (1910 - 1962) Harleman signed and dated ’60 (on the reverse) oil on canvas 53 ⅛ by 102 ¼ in. 134.9 by 259.7 cm. Executed in 1960.

    Sotheby's
  • Franz Kline 1910-1962 (Skira publishing)
    May. 14, 2026

    Franz Kline 1910-1962 (Skira publishing)

    Est: $60 - $80

    Franz Kline 1910-1962 (Skira publishing)

    Lawsons
  • Franz Kline Abstract Acrylic on Paper
    May. 03, 2026

    Franz Kline Abstract Acrylic on Paper

    Est: -

    Art Measure: 17w x 21h Frame Measure: 22.5w x 27h In good condition with wear commensurate with age. From the estate collection of Alexander Goykhman. Franz Kline abstract acrylic on paper presenting a bold and expressive composition defined by sweeping black gestural forms layered across a dynamic field of contrasting color, where strong vertical and diagonal strokes intersect with areas of yellow, white, muted blue, and deep red, creating a sense of structural tension and movement, the composition emphasizing spontaneity and force through heavily applied brushwork and dry-brushed passages that reveal texture and underlying layers, while the interplay of light and dark establishes a rhythmic balance characteristic of mid-century abstract expressionist painting. Signed lower right, the surface showing visible brush texture and variation consistent with acrylic on paper. Art measures 17W x 21H. Frame measures 22.5W x 27H. Franz Kline (1910–1962) was a leading figure of the Abstract Expressionist movement in New York, known for his powerful black-and-white compositions that evolved into works incorporating subtle color, his style rooted in bold, calligraphic brushwork and an emphasis on scale, gesture, and immediacy, and his work has been widely exhibited and is held in major museum collections worldwide, contributing significantly to the development of postwar American abstraction. In good condition with wear commensurate with age. Provenance: From the estate collection of Alexander Goykhman.

    Monarch Auction and Estate Services
  • 'Abstract Composition', OIL ON CANVAS
    Apr. 12, 2026

    'Abstract Composition', OIL ON CANVAS

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Dimensions: Image size: 80.5 x 121.2 cm. All measured values are approximate. This lot is a monumental expression of power and structural balance, utilizing the stark language of black and white. The composition is anchored by several intersecting, wide black gestures that evoke the skeletal framework of industrial architecture. While appearing spontaneous, the varying widths and pressures of the strokes create a profound sense of tension. The background is a rich, warm off-white, which bleeds into the edges of the black forms, dissolving the boundary between figure and ground. This work possesses an inherent architectural gravitas, capturing the raw energy of the urban landscape distilled into abstract geometry.

    Topwells
  • Franz Kline, 1910 – 1962
    Mar. 26, 2026

    Franz Kline, 1910 – 1962

    Est: €80,000 - €120,000

    STRUCTURE, 1951 Gouache und Grafit auf Papier, auf Leinwand. 43,7 x 64,2 cm. Rechts unten signiert „KLINE“. Gerahmt und eingestellt in verglastem schmalem Kasten. Der Künstler gehörte zu den führenden Vertretern des abstrakten Expressionismus in den USA. Nach einem 1937 begonnenen Kunststudium in London zog er 1938 nach New York und bezog ein eigenes Atelier. Seine Gemälde lösen sich gegen Ende seiner künstlerischen Tätigkeiten vollständig von der Abstraktion hin zur Gegenstandslosigkeit und beschränken sich auf ein äußerst kleines Farbspektrum mit kräftigem Duktus und grober Pinselführung, wie auf dem vorliegenden Werk, das dem Jahr 1951 zugeordnet wird. Papier gebräunt, gerahmt beschrieben. Provenienz: Galleria del Naviglio, Mailand, 1958. Galleria del Cavallino, Venedig (rückseitig Etikett mit Inv.Nr.). Galleria il Capricorno, Venedig. Privatsammlung, Lugano (1981 erworben). Galerie Carzaniga, Basel (2020 erworben). Privatsammlung, Schweiz. Ausstellung: Franz Kline, Galleria del Naviglio, Mailand, 18. – 28. März 1958. (1470684) (12) Franz Kline, 1910 – 1962 STRUCTURE, 1951 Gouache and graphite on paper, on canvas. 43.7 x 64.2 cm. Signed “KLINE” lower right. Towards the end of his artistic career, Kline's paintings moved away from abstraction towards non-representational art, limiting themselves to an extremely small colour spectrum with bold strokes and rough brushwork, as in this work, which dates from 1951. Provenance: Galleria del Naviglio, Milan, 1958. Galleria del Cavallino, Venice (label with inv. no. on the reverse). Galleria il Capricorno, Venice. Private collection, Lugano (acquired in 1981). Galerie Carzaniga, Basel (acquired in 2020). Private collection, Switzerland. Exhibition: Franz Kline, Galleria del Naviglio, Milan, 18–28 March 1958. (†)

    Hampel Fine Art Auctions
  • HELEN FRANKENTHALER [USA] 1928-2011 [attr.] Untitled Abstract Expressionist Composition, acrylic on canvas, signed lower right, 100x140cms, framed.
    Mar. 08, 2026

    HELEN FRANKENTHALER [USA] 1928-2011 [attr.] Untitled Abstract Expressionist Composition, acrylic on canvas, signed lower right, 100x140cms, framed.

    Est: -

    HELEN FRANKENTHALER [USA] 1928-2011 [attr.] Untitled Abstract Expressionist Composition, C1970 acrylic on canvas, signed lower right, 100x140cmscms, gallery framed. Condition fine. Private Collection. Please read the Terms & Conditions of Auction before placing a bid. These T&C's are applicable to each lot in this Auction. Any available provenance or documentation will be included with the description, if not included, assume it to be unknown or missing. Most lots are either ex estate or storage, have not been submitted for authentication, verification or expertising and for this reason, are offered UNRESERVED. It is the responsibility of intending buyers to do their own research and due diligence before submitting an offer. We do not offer returns or refunds - ALL SALES ARE FINAL.

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  • FRANZ KLINE [USA] 1910-1962 [ATTR.] UNTITLED ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONIST COMPOSTION, OIL ON CANVAS, INSCRIBED VERSO, 120X140CMS, FRAMED. PRIVATE COLLECTION. CONDITION FINE.
    Mar. 08, 2026

    FRANZ KLINE [USA] 1910-1962 [ATTR.] UNTITLED ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONIST COMPOSTION, OIL ON CANVAS, INSCRIBED VERSO, 120X140CMS, FRAMED. PRIVATE COLLECTION. CONDITION FINE.

    Est: -

    FRANZ KLINE [USA] 1910-1962 [attr.] Untitled Abstract Expressionist Compostion, oil on canvas, inscribed verso, 120x140cms, gallery framed. Private Collection. Condition fine. Franz Kline is renowned for his bold, black-and-white abstract paintings that embody the principles of Abstract Expressionism, emphasizing movement, energy, and emotional intensity. He is associated with the Abstract Expressionist movement of the 1940s and 1950s. Please read the Terms & Conditions of Auction before placing a bid. These T&C's are applicable to each lot in this Auction. Any available provenance or documentation will be included with the description, if not included, assume it to be unknown or missing. Most lots are either ex estate or storage, have not been submitted for authentication, verification or expertising and for this reason, are offered UNRESERVED. It is the responsibility of intending buyers to do their own research and due diligence before submitting an offer. We do not offer returns or refunds - ALL SALES ARE FINAL.

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  • FRANZ KLINE [USA] 1910-1962 [ATTR.] UNTITLED ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONIST COMPOSTION, OIL ON CANVAS, INSCRIBED VERSO, 100X100CMS, FRAMED. PRIVATE COLLECTION. CONDITION FINE.
    Mar. 08, 2026

    FRANZ KLINE [USA] 1910-1962 [ATTR.] UNTITLED ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONIST COMPOSTION, OIL ON CANVAS, INSCRIBED VERSO, 100X100CMS, FRAMED. PRIVATE COLLECTION. CONDITION FINE.

    Est: -

    FRANZ KLINE [USA] 1910-1962 [attr.] Untitled Abstract Expressionist Compostion, oil on canvas, inscribed verso, 100x100cms, gallery framed. Private Collection. Condition fine. Franz Kline is renowned for his bold, black-and-white abstract paintings that embody the principles of Abstract Expressionism, emphasizing movement, energy, and emotional intensity. He is associated with the Abstract Expressionist movement of the 1940s and 1950s. Please read the Terms & Conditions of Auction before placing a bid. These T&C's are applicable to each lot in this Auction. Any available provenance or documentation will be included with the description, if not included, assume it to be unknown or missing. Most lots are either ex estate or storage, have not been submitted for authentication, verification or expertising and for this reason, are offered UNRESERVED. It is the responsibility of intending buyers to do their own research and due diligence before submitting an offer. We do not offer returns or refunds - ALL SALES ARE FINAL.

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  • FRANZ KLINE [USA] 1910-1962 [ATTR.] UNTITLED ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONIST COMPOSTION, OIL ON CANVAS, INSCRIBED VERSO, 100X100CMS, UNFRAMED. PRIVATE COLLECTION. CONDITION FINE.
    Mar. 08, 2026

    FRANZ KLINE [USA] 1910-1962 [ATTR.] UNTITLED ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONIST COMPOSTION, OIL ON CANVAS, INSCRIBED VERSO, 100X100CMS, UNFRAMED. PRIVATE COLLECTION. CONDITION FINE.

    Est: -

    FRANZ KLINE [USA] 1910-1962 [attr.] Untitled Abstract Expressionist Compostion, oil on canvas, inscribed verso, 100x100cms, unframed. Private Collection. Condition fine. Franz Kline is renowned for his bold, black-and-white abstract paintings that embody the principles of Abstract Expressionism, emphasizing movement, energy, and emotional intensity. He is associated with the Abstract Expressionist movement of the 1940s and 1950s. Please read the Terms & Conditions of Auction before placing a bid. These T&C's are applicable to each lot in this Auction. Any available provenance or documentation will be included with the description, if not included, assume it to be unknown or missing. Most lots are either ex estate or storage, have not been submitted for authentication, verification or expertising and for this reason, are offered UNRESERVED. It is the responsibility of intending buyers to do their own research and due diligence before submitting an offer. We do not offer returns or refunds - ALL SALES ARE FINAL.

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  • FRANZ KLINE [USA] 1910-1962 [ATTR.] UNTITLED ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONIST COMPOSTION, OIL ON CANVAS, INSCRIBED VERSO, 96X75CMS, UNFRAMED. PRIVATE COLLECTION. CONDITION FINE.
    Mar. 08, 2026

    FRANZ KLINE [USA] 1910-1962 [ATTR.] UNTITLED ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONIST COMPOSTION, OIL ON CANVAS, INSCRIBED VERSO, 96X75CMS, UNFRAMED. PRIVATE COLLECTION. CONDITION FINE.

    Est: -

    FRANZ KLINE [USA] 1910-1962 [attr.] Untitled Abstract Expressionist Compostion, oil on canvas, inscribed verso, 96x75cms, unframed. Private Collection. Condition fine. Franz Kline is renowned for his bold, black-and-white abstract paintings that embody the principles of Abstract Expressionism, emphasizing movement, energy, and emotional intensity. He is associated with the Abstract Expressionist movement of the 1940s and 1950s. Please read the Terms & Conditions of Auction before placing a bid. These T&C's are applicable to each lot in this Auction. Any available provenance or documentation will be included with the description, if not included, assume it to be unknown or missing. Most lots are either ex estate or storage, have not been submitted for authentication, verification or expertising and for this reason, are offered UNRESERVED. It is the responsibility of intending buyers to do their own research and due diligence before submitting an offer. We do not offer returns or refunds - ALL SALES ARE FINAL.

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  • FRANZ KLINE 'ZINC YELLOW' OFFSET LITHOGRAPH
    Feb. 28, 2026

    FRANZ KLINE 'ZINC YELLOW' OFFSET LITHOGRAPH

    Est: $600 - $800

    Franz Kline 'Zinc Yellow' offset lithograph. Sheet measures 48" x 39 3/8".

    Antiques & Modern Auction Gallery
  • Untitled
    Feb. 25, 2026

    Untitled

    Est: $100,000 - $150,000

    Franz Kline 1910 - 1962 Untitled signed (lower right) oil on paper laid down on paper laid on canvas 10 ½ by 13 ¾ in.  26 ¾ by 34 ⅞ cm.  Executed in 1958.

    Sotheby's
  • FRANZ KLINE MIXED MEDIA OIL ABSTRACT PAINTING
    Feb. 08, 2026

    FRANZ KLINE MIXED MEDIA OIL ABSTRACT PAINTING

    Est: $2,000 - $2,500

    Franz Kline (1910-1962) Mixed Media wyth Oil on Paper Abstract . Signed lower right. Born in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Franz Kline became one of the most prominent 20th-century American artists working in abstract and non objective styles. His name is most associated with large-scale black and white paintings, and these linear abstractions brought him his first notable public attention in 1950 when they were shown in New York City. Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning was especially encouraging to Franz Kline. who by 1950, was producing large-scale Abstract Expressionist works with calligraphic images in black on white ground. From 1958, his gestural paintings had bold coloration. It was written that "his use of color had the effect of slowing down the velocities of his great bars and color sections." (Baigell 196). Professionally framed. In frame measures 16 1/2"x13 1/4"x3/4". Weight 2 lbs 4 oz **In house shipping available on this lot** If you win this lot, please select self arranged for in house shipping when paying**

    Charleston Estate Services Auctions & Appraisals
  • FRANZ KLINE ORIGINAL ABSTRACT PAINTING AFTER
    Jan. 03, 2026

    FRANZ KLINE ORIGINAL ABSTRACT PAINTING AFTER

    Est: $150 - $10,000

    Franz Kline (1910-1962, American) original acrylic abstract portrait painting in the manner of. This is an original acrylic painting created by an unknown artist in the same style and technique as Kline. He is associated with the Abstract Expressionist movement of the 1940s and 1950s. Kline, along with other action painters like Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning, Robert Motherwell, John Ferren, and Lee Krasner, as well as local poets, dancers, and musicians came to be known as the informal group, the New York School. Although he explored the same innovations to painting as the other artists in this group, Kline's work is distinct in itself and has been revered since the 1950s. Size: 10.25 X 13.25", 18.5 X 21.5" Frame Condition: Very well taken care of.

    Florida Estate Sales Inc.
  • FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Untitled. ink on telephone book paper laid down on
    Dec. 16, 2025

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Untitled. ink on telephone book paper laid down on

    Est: $40,000 - $60,000

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Untitled. ink on telephone book paper laid down on board10 ¾ x 9 in. (27.3 x 22.9 cm.).

    Christie's
  • Franz Kline (attrib), oil on canvas, 1946
    Dec. 12, 2025

    Franz Kline (attrib), oil on canvas, 1946

    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

    Attributed to Franz Kline (American, 1910-1962), Untitled (Still Life with Kitzker), initialed and dated lower right, inscribed "Franz Kline" and "Lot 35 Marc 16 May" verso, 15.5"h x 19.5"w (sight), 20"h x 24"w (frame)

    Millea Bros Ltd
  • KLINE. ROME, GALLERIA LA TARTARUGA, 1958
    Dec. 05, 2025

    KLINE. ROME, GALLERIA LA TARTARUGA, 1958

    Est: €80 - €150

    Invitation card for the show opening on February 27 1958, featuring the work of American abstract expressionist painter Franz Kline (1910-1962). Litho printed black and red on thick brown stock, 28 x 31 cm, printed both sides, folded as issued. Contains an amazing reproduction of a black painting on interior, signed in print. Some tape repairs along spine and top right section, top corner with tiny chip, and a small pencil drawing (added by unknown author) depicting the road to the gallery. Extremely rare.

    Zwiggelaar Auctions
  • Untitled
    Nov. 26, 2025

    Untitled

    Est: €35,000 - €55,000

    Franz Kline 1910 - 1962 Untitled signed and dated 47 ink on paper laid on canvas cm 53x77; inches 20.87 by 30.32 Framed: cm 70x94,6x3,5; inches 27.56 by 37.24 by 1.38

    Sotheby's
  • FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962) Old Sephardic Cemetery in Chinatown 24 1/8 x 20 in (61.2 x 50.9 cm) (Painted circa 1948)
    Nov. 20, 2025

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962) Old Sephardic Cemetery in Chinatown 24 1/8 x 20 in (61.2 x 50.9 cm) (Painted circa 1948)

    Est: $18,000 - $25,000

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962) Old Sephardic Cemetery in Chinatown signed 'Franz Kline' (lower right) oil on canvas 24 1/8 x 20 in (61.2 x 50.9 cm) Painted circa 1948

    Bonhams
  • FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Untitled. oil and paper collage on paper7 ½ x 5 ¼
    Nov. 20, 2025

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Untitled. oil and paper collage on paper7 ½ x 5 ¼

    Est: $40,000 - $60,000

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Untitled. oil and paper collage on paper7 ½ x 5 ¼ in. (19.1 x 13.3 cm.).

    Christie's
  • Untitled
    Nov. 19, 2025

    Untitled

    Est: $40,000 - $60,000

    The Geri Brawerman Collection: A Tribute to Los Angeles and A Legacy of Giving Franz Kline 1910 - 1962 Untitled signed and dated APRIL 17 (lower right) brush and ink on paper 18 by 21 in. 45.7 by 53.3 cm. Executed in 1949.

    Sotheby's
  • Untitled
    Nov. 19, 2025

    Untitled

    Est: $400,000 - $600,000

    The Geri Brawerman Collection: A Tribute to Los Angeles and A Legacy of Giving Franz Kline 1910 - 1962 Untitled oil on canvas laid down on board 37 by 31 in. 94 by 78.7 cm. Executed in 1955.

    Sotheby's
  • FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Placidia. oil on canvas68 x 92 in. (172.7 x 233.7
    Nov. 17, 2025

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Placidia. oil on canvas68 x 92 in. (172.7 x 233.7

    Est: $10,000,000 - $15,000,000

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Placidia. oil on canvas68 x 92 in. (172.7 x 233.7 cm.).

    Christie's
  • Franz Kline Pencil,Charcoal on Paper "Joe Moon"
    Nov. 08, 2025

    Franz Kline Pencil,Charcoal on Paper "Joe Moon"

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Title: Joe Moon Artist: Franz Kline Date: Circa 1945 Medium: Pencil and charcoal on paper Signature: lower right in pencil Paper Dimensions: 12" H x 9" W Framed Dimensions: 9 1/4" H x 16 3/8" W Provenance: Allan Stone Gallery, New York Verso: Includes notations and/or gallery informationCondition: Good condition 17A

    Joshua Kodner
  • FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Untitled (Study for Sabro III). oil on paper11 x 8
    Sep. 30, 2025

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Untitled (Study for Sabro III). oil on paper11 x 8

    Est: $80,000 - $120,000

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Untitled (Study for Sabro III). oil on paper11 x 8 ½ in. (27.9 x 21.6 cm.).

    Christie's
  • FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). The Dancer. oil on Masonite22 ¼ x 10 ¼ in. (55.5 x
    Sep. 30, 2025

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). The Dancer. oil on Masonite22 ¼ x 10 ¼ in. (55.5 x

    Est: $60,000 - $80,000

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). The Dancer. oil on Masonite22 ¼ x 10 ¼ in. (55.5 x 26 cm.).

    Christie's
  • FRANZ KLINE 'UNTITLED' OIL PAINTING ON CANVAS
    Sep. 27, 2025

    FRANZ KLINE 'UNTITLED' OIL PAINTING ON CANVAS

    Est: $3,000 - $4,000

    Attributed to Franz Kline oil painting on canvas. Signed lower right. Viewable measures 19 1/4" x 14 1/4". Frame measures 30 1/4" x 25 1/4" x 1 1/8".

    Antiques & Modern Auction Gallery
  • Charcoal on Paper Nude by Franz Kline
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Charcoal on Paper Nude by Franz Kline

    Est: $3,000 - $7,000

    A set of charcoal on paper sketches of a nude model in three poses by Franz Kline (1910-1962). Signed at the bottom right corner. Measures 22 1/4" x 28 3/4", 15 1/4" x 21 3/4" site

    Embassy Auctions International
  • Oil on Masonite by Franz Kline (1910-1962)
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Oil on Masonite by Franz Kline (1910-1962)

    Est: $4,000 - $7,000

    A colorful oil on masonite abstract rendering of a man in front of an easel by Franz Kline (1910-1962). Signed at the bottom right corner. Measures 21" x 26", 14" x 19" site.

    Embassy Auctions International
  • Franz Kline: Study for Shaft
    Sep. 12, 2025

    Franz Kline: Study for Shaft

    Est: CHF90,000 - CHF120,000

    Franz Kline (Wilkes-Barre 1910 - 1962 New York) Study for Shaft Tusche, Gouache und Öl auf Papier / Indian ink, gouache and oil on paper 1955 37,1x27,9 cm / 37.1x27.9 cm Signatur / Signature Unten links vom Künstler in Bleistift signiert und datiert "Kline 55" Lower left signed and dated by the artist in pencil 'Kline 55' Werkverzeichnis / Catalogue Raisonné Robert Mattison (Hrsg.), Franz Kline Paintings, 1950-1962, Digital Catalogue Raisonné, dort illustriert als Vorstudie zu "Shaft", Nr. 87 Robert Mattison (ed.), Franz Kline Paintings, 1950-1962, Digital Catalogue Raisonné, illustrated there as a preliminary study for 'Shaft', no. 87 Provenienz / Provenance Slg. Esther Stuttman, New York Slg. Seth Siegelaub, New York Martha Jackson Gallery, New York Slg. Victor Metoyer Jr., Jersey City, dort 1992 erworben von Slg. Michael Legutko, New York Internationale Privatsammlung Collection Esther Stuttman, New York Collection Seth Siegelaub, New York Martha Jackson Gallery, New York Collection Victor Metoyer Jr., Jersey City, acquired there in 1992 by Collection Michael Legutko, New York International Private collection Zustand / Condition Rückseitig mit einzelnen kleinen Stockflecken und Resten einer alten Montierung. In sehr schöner Erhaltung With a few small foxing spots and remnants of old mounting on the reverse. In fine condition Erläuterungen / Comments In "Study for Shaft" entfaltet Franz Kline seine charakteristische Bildsprache mit einer Kraft, die unmittelbar wirkt und doch in ihrer Tiefe durchdacht erscheint. Breite, gestische Pinselstriche in Mitternachtsschwarz durchziehen ein gedämpft weisses Feld, sprengen dessen Ruhe und formieren sich schliesslich zu einer Komposition, die gleichermassen Energie und Anmut ausstrahlt. Klines Malweise ist zwar impulsiv, aber keineswegs willkürlich. Der Künstler führt seinen vollgetränkten Pinsel mit entschlossener Bewegung über den Bildträger, wobei die Textur des Materials durchscheint und die Dynamik der Farbe verstärkt. Das Werk verkörpert exemplarisch die leidenschaftlich amerikanische Ästhetik des abstrakten Expressionismus, der nicht bloss als Stil, sondern auch als Haltung verstanden werden kann. Die kraftvollen Striche erinnern an die meditative Konzentration japanischer Kalligraphie. Wie in dieser Tradition misst Kline der Platzierung und der Intensität jeder Geste eine hohe Bedeutung bei. Die Komposition wirkt spontan, bleibt aber kontrolliert, als ob jede Linie einem inneren Rhythmus folgen würde. In der Reduktion auf Schwarz, Weiss und einzelne Grautöne offenbart sich eine gestalterische Klarheit. In 'Study for Shaft', Franz Kline unfolds his characteristic visual language with a force that is immediately impactful and yet appears deeply considered. Broad, gestural brushstrokes in midnight black traverse a muted white field, disrupting its calm and ultimately forming a composition that radiates both energy and grace. Kline's painting technique is impulsive, but by no means arbitrary. The artist guides his fully loaded brush across the support with decisive movement, allowing the texture of the material to show through and intensifying the dynamism of the colour. The work exemplifies the passionately American aesthetic of Abstract Expressionism, which can be understood not only as a style but also as an attitude. The powerful strokes recall the meditative concentration of Japanese calligraphy. As in that tradition, Kline attaches great importance to the placement and intensity of each gesture. The composition appears spontaneous, yet remains controlled, as if each line follows an inner rhythm. The reduction to black, white and individual shades of grey reveals a compositional clarity. MWST / VAT Mehrwertsteuer auf dem Zuschlagspreis plus Aufgeld / VAT on hammer price plus buyer's premium Erwartete Ausrufzeit / Estimated Auction Time of Lot (+/- 30min) 12.09.2025; 17:00 h (MEST / CET) For further information visit our website (www.kornfeld.ch) Versandkosten / Shipping cost Schweiz / Switzerland: CHF 130.- Europa / Europe: CHF 200.- Übrige Länder / Other countries: CHF 250.-

    Galerie Kornfeld Auktionen AG
  • Franz Kline Pencil,Charcoal on Paper "Joe Moon"
    Jul. 26, 2025

    Franz Kline Pencil,Charcoal on Paper "Joe Moon"

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    Title: Joe Moon Artist: Franz Kline Date: Circa 1945 Medium: Pencil and charcoal on paper Signature: lower right in pencil Paper Dimensions: 12" H x 9" W Framed Dimensions: 9 1/4" H x 16 3/8" W Provenance: Allan Stone Gallery, New York Verso: Includes notations and/or gallery informationCondition: Good condition 17A

    Joshua Kodner
  • FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Study for 'Shenandoah Wall'. ink and watercolor on
    Jul. 18, 2025

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Study for 'Shenandoah Wall'. ink and watercolor on

    Est: $60,000 - $80,000

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962). Study for 'Shenandoah Wall'. ink and watercolor on three sheets of paper, laid down on paper boardimage: 2 ¼ x 13 in. (5.7 x 33 cm.)overall: 2 ¾ x 13 1/4 in. (7 x 33.7 cm.).

    Christie's
  • Franz Kline
    Jun. 29, 2025

    Franz Kline

    Est: -

    (Wilkes-Barre 1910 - 1962 New York, amerikanischer Maler) „Triple Block“ u. Ohne Titel 2 x Mischtechnik, 12 x 12 cm u. 3 x 14 x 5,5 cm, gerahmt, jeweils signiert Kline, verso bezeichnet Franz Kline

    Auktionshaus Schwerin
  • FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962), ATTRIBUTED TO, UNTITLED
    Jun. 26, 2025

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962), ATTRIBUTED TO, UNTITLED

    Est: $40,000 - $50,000

    FRANZ KLINE (1910-1962), ATTRIBUTED TO, UNTITLED Dimensions: Length: 60 cm (23.62 in.), Width: 80 cm (31.50 in.). All measurements are approximate. Image size. Signed (reverse) Franz Kline (1910¨C1962), an Abstract Expressionist, is known for bold black-and-white compositions. In Untitled, thick black strokes slash across a white canvas with intense energy, creating a sense of chaos and control. The brushwork is raw and physical, with drips and jagged edges that highlight spontaneity and emotional force. The stark contrast between black and white turns the painting into a dynamic field of expressive tension and abstract power.

    China Arts Auction
  • Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) Historic Minetta Tavern Caricature Old New York Historical Drawing
    Jun. 01, 2025

    Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) Historic Minetta Tavern Caricature Old New York Historical Drawing

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Up for sale here is one of a few caricatures by Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) that once hung on the walls of Minetta Tavern in New York City. Drawing on paper. Signed. Framed. Measuring: 12 by 12 inches overall, and 9 by 9 drawing alone. Please see all images for condition. Size is measured and written on the back of the painting. The first size is the overall size, the second size is the image size. For detailed condition questions please email hello@curatedgallery.com. Domestic flat rate shipping with UPS or Fedex is set to $85 for this lot. Pick up at our 67 Guernsey street location is available 12-7pm for two weeks following the sale. Please call or email and let us know when you would like to pick up! Local delivery is also available around the area for large pieces or large orders. Flat rate $75 delivery to NYC and Brooklyn available as well. Thank you and good luck.

    Curated Gallery Auctions
  • Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) Historic Minetta Tavern Caricature Old New York Historical Drawing
    Jun. 01, 2025

    Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) Historic Minetta Tavern Caricature Old New York Historical Drawing

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Up for sale here is one of a few caricatures by Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) that once hung on the walls of Minetta Tavern in New York City. Drawing on paper. Signed. Framed. Measuring: 12 by 12 inches overall, and 9 by 9 drawing alone. Please see all images for condition. Size is measured and written on the back of the painting. The first size is the overall size, the second size is the image size. For detailed condition questions please email hello@curatedgallery.com. Domestic flat rate shipping with UPS or Fedex is set to $85 for this lot. Pick up at our 67 Guernsey street location is available 12-7pm for two weeks following the sale. Please call or email and let us know when you would like to pick up! Local delivery is also available around the area for large pieces or large orders. Flat rate $75 delivery to NYC and Brooklyn available as well. Thank you and good luck.

    Curated Gallery Auctions
  • Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) Historic Minetta Tavern Caricature Old New York Historical Drawing
    Jun. 01, 2025

    Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) Historic Minetta Tavern Caricature Old New York Historical Drawing

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Up for sale here is one of a few caricatures by Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) that once hung on the walls of Minetta Tavern in New York City. Drawing on paper. Signed. Framed. Measuring: 12 by 12 inches overall, and 9 by 9 drawing alone. Please see all images for condition. Size is measured and written on the back of the painting. The first size is the overall size, the second size is the image size. For detailed condition questions please email hello@curatedgallery.com. Domestic flat rate shipping with UPS or Fedex is set to $85 for this lot. Pick up at our 67 Guernsey street location is available 12-7pm for two weeks following the sale. Please call or email and let us know when you would like to pick up! Local delivery is also available around the area for large pieces or large orders. Flat rate $75 delivery to NYC and Brooklyn available as well. Thank you and good luck.

    Curated Gallery Auctions
  • Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) Historic Minetta Tavern Caricature Old New York Historical Drawing
    Jun. 01, 2025

    Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) Historic Minetta Tavern Caricature Old New York Historical Drawing

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Up for sale here is one of a few caricatures by Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) that once hung on the walls of Minetta Tavern in New York City. Drawing on paper. Signed. Framed. Measuring: 12 by 12 inches overall, and 9 by 9 drawing alone. Please see all images for condition. Size is measured and written on the back of the painting. The first size is the overall size, the second size is the image size. For detailed condition questions please email hello@curatedgallery.com. Domestic flat rate shipping with UPS or Fedex is set to $85 for this lot. Pick up at our 67 Guernsey street location is available 12-7pm for two weeks following the sale. Please call or email and let us know when you would like to pick up! Local delivery is also available around the area for large pieces or large orders. Flat rate $75 delivery to NYC and Brooklyn available as well. Thank you and good luck.

    Curated Gallery Auctions
  • Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) Historic Minetta Tavern Caricature Old New York Historical Drawing
    Jun. 01, 2025

    Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) Historic Minetta Tavern Caricature Old New York Historical Drawing

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Up for sale here is one of a few caricatures by Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) that once hung on the walls of Minetta Tavern in New York City. Drawing on paper. Signed. Framed. Measuring: 12 by 12 inches overall, and 9 by 9 drawing alone. Please see all images for condition. Size is measured and written on the back of the painting. The first size is the overall size, the second size is the image size. For detailed condition questions please email hello@curatedgallery.com. Domestic flat rate shipping with UPS or Fedex is set to $85 for this lot. Pick up at our 67 Guernsey street location is available 12-7pm for two weeks following the sale. Please call or email and let us know when you would like to pick up! Local delivery is also available around the area for large pieces or large orders. Flat rate $75 delivery to NYC and Brooklyn available as well. Thank you and good luck.

    Curated Gallery Auctions
  • Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) Historic Minetta Tavern Caricature Old New York Historical Drawing
    Jun. 01, 2025

    Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) Historic Minetta Tavern Caricature Old New York Historical Drawing

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Up for sale here is one of a few caricatures by Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) that once hung on the walls of Minetta Tavern in New York City. Drawing on paper. Signed. Framed. Measuring: 12 by 12 inches overall, and 9 by 9 drawing alone. Please see all images for condition. Size is measured and written on the back of the painting. The first size is the overall size, the second size is the image size. For detailed condition questions please email hello@curatedgallery.com. Domestic flat rate shipping with UPS or Fedex is set to $85 for this lot. Pick up at our 67 Guernsey street location is available 12-7pm for two weeks following the sale. Please call or email and let us know when you would like to pick up! Local delivery is also available around the area for large pieces or large orders. Flat rate $75 delivery to NYC and Brooklyn available as well. Thank you and good luck.

    Curated Gallery Auctions
  • Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) Historic Minetta Tavern Caricature Old New York Historical Drawing
    Jun. 01, 2025

    Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) Historic Minetta Tavern Caricature Old New York Historical Drawing

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Up for sale here is one of a few caricatures by Franz Josef Kline (1910-1962) that once hung on the walls of Minetta Tavern in New York City. Drawing on paper. Signed. Framed. Measuring: 12 by 12 inches overall, and 9 by 9 drawing alone. Please see all images for condition. Size is measured and written on the back of the painting. The first size is the overall size, the second size is the image size. For detailed condition questions please email hello@curatedgallery.com. Domestic flat rate shipping with UPS or Fedex is set to $85 for this lot. Pick up at our 67 Guernsey street location is available 12-7pm for two weeks following the sale. Please call or email and let us know when you would like to pick up! Local delivery is also available around the area for large pieces or large orders. Flat rate $75 delivery to NYC and Brooklyn available as well. Thank you and good luck.

    Curated Gallery Auctions
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