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Guy Hepner Gallery offers complimentary, confidential valuations for collectors looking to sell or consign work by Robert Mapplethorpe. Drawing on 25 years of experience in the post-war and contemporary photography market, we provide accurate assessments based on the latest auction results and private sale data.

Robert Mapplethorpe's photography commands a robust and consistently strong presence at auction, with his world auction record set at Christie's in 2017 when Self-Portrait, 1988 sold for £548,750. His portraits, flowers and formally rigorous nude studies remain among the most actively traded fine art photography at Christie's, Sotheby's and Phillips.

Whether you own a signed gelatin silver print, a portfolio piece or a rare early edition, Guy Hepner can provide a current market valuation based on recent auction results, edition size, condition and provenance.

How Much Is My Robert Mapplethorpe Worth?

Mapplethorpe prints regularly sell for five to six figures at auction, with iconic images — self-portraits, flower studies and signature figure studies — commanding the strongest premiums. Edition size, print date and condition all materially affect value. We provide comprehensive valuations based on current market data.

Why Consign with Guy Hepner?

Our gallery has deep experience placing important fine art photography with the right collectors and institutions, using our global network to achieve the best possible results for consignors.

Robert Mapplethorpe — Record Auction Results

Self-Portrait, 1988

Christie's · Oct 2017

$738,014

Man in Polyester Suit

Sotheby's · Dec 2016

$478,000

Calla Lily

Heritage Auctions · Jun 2010

$131,450

Self Portrait, 1980

Phillips · 2015

$148,410

Self-Portrait (with gun and star)

Sotheby's · 1989

$38,500

Source: Public auction records. Prices include buyer's premium.

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