Market Benchmark & Secondary Valuation
Estimated Price Range
$2,500 - $148,000
USD Secondary Market
5-Year Retention Rate
310.0%
Historical Resiliency
Liquidity Index
Sotheby’s Contemporary Evening Sale
Global Demand Score
Sold for $110.5M, this work cemented Basquiat’s status as a blue-chip artist on par with the greats of the 20th century.
Diagnostic & Authentication Features
- ✓ Basquiat Crown Motif & Crayon Marking Audit
- ✓ Canvas Back "Untitled 1982" Handwriting Verification
- ✓ Yusaku Maezawa Collection Provenance Lineage Check
5-Year Valuation Trajectory Forecast (2026 - 2030)
| Year | Standard Valuation | Bullish Trajectory | Bearish Floor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,500 USD | $159,840 USD | $2,250 USD |
| 2027 | $2,600 USD | $165,760 USD | $2,275 USD |
| 2028 | $2,700 USD | $171,680 USD | $2,300 USD |
| 2029 | $2,800 USD | $177,600 USD | $2,325 USD |
| 2030 | $2,900 USD | $183,520 USD | $2,350 USD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What determines the current secondary price for Basquiat Untitled Skull?
Secondary pricing is determined by condition grade, originality of movement/hardware, serial number provenance, original box and warranty documentation, and recent international auction hammer prices.
How can I verify authentic markings and provenance?
VODICY's neural engine analyzes macro photos of hallmarks, laser engravings, movement serials, and leather grain structures against a database of over 500,000 verified luxury specimens.