Ben Nicholson, O.m. (1894–1982)
What is Ben Nicholson, O.m.’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 194 auction results for Ben Nicholson, O.m. at 9 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $7,011 including buyer’s premium (middle half $975–$187,124, n=46). The auction record is $4,654,587 for April 57 (Arbia 2) (2016, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | April 57 (Arbia 2), 1894 | Oil paint | $4,654,587 | Christie's | Nov 2016 |
| 2 | 1936 (white relief), 1936 | Carved and painted walnut panel, relief | $2,439,829 | Christie's | Mar 2022 |
| 3 | painting 1938 (red circle), 1938 | Oil paint | $1,672,396 | Christie's | Oct 2023 |
| 4 | October 1949 (Rangitane), 1894 | Oil paint | $1,327,203 | Christie's | Mar 2022 |
| 5 | 1934 (white relief), 1934 | Oil paint | $1,300,977 | Christie's | Jan 2020 |
| 6 | December 1942 - April 1944, 1942 | Oil paint | $1,185,504 | Christie's | Oct 2025 |
| 7 | September 1955 (Alcino) | — | $1,137,600 | Sotheby's | May 2007 |
| 8 | Sept 62 (Lirkion), 1894 | Oil paint | $964,090 | Christie's | Nov 2017 |
| 9 | 1938 (white relief), 1938 | Oil paint | $879,076 | Christie's | Mar 2026 |
| 10 | July 25-47 (still life - Odyssey 2), 1894 | Painting | $823,209 | Christie's | Oct 2021 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 58 | $181,846 |
| Other | 61 | $22,613 |
| Works on paper | 16 | $22,561 |
| Prints | 51 | $1,263 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 9 | $1,185,504 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 50 | $24,287 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 92 | $14,285 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 194 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Ben Nicholson, O.m. is a British artist with 225 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $20,246. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Ben Nicholson, O.m. sold in 2026 for $28,638, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Ben Nicholson, O.m. on OpeningBid →What is a Ben Nicholson, O.m. work worth?
Across 194 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ben Nicholson, O.m. work is $20,246.
The median Ben Nicholson, O.m. work on paper sells for $20,852 across 53 lots.
The median Ben Nicholson, O.m. print sells for $1,675 across 53 lots.
The median Ben Nicholson, O.m. painting sells for $198,441 across 39 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Ben Nicholson, O.m. prints typically sell for $860–$2,881 (the middle half of 41 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Ben Nicholson, O.m. work on papers typically sell for $10,029–$92,382 (the middle half of 32 sold lots).
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 54 | $1,675†‡ | $17,826 | — | 2026-07-27 |
| Paintings | 39 | $198,441 | $4.7M | — | 2026-03-18 |
| Works on Paper | 58 | $20,852† | $879,076 | 91.4% | 2026-06-24 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 64 | $308,474 | $4.7M | — | 2026-03-18 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Ben Nicholson, O.m.'s market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (54 lots) median $1,675. Paintings (39 lots) median $198,441, record $4,654,587. A typical Ben Nicholson, O.m. painting sells for around 118× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 64 lots) the median is $308,474.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 41 | $860–$2,881†‡ | $1,186†‡ | $17,826 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 11 | $1,239–$3,731† | $1,979† | $16,469 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 20 | $82,871–$205,496 | $122,704 | $1.3M |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 14 | $156,542–$573,831 | $313,938 | $964,090 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $1.3M–$2.4M | $1.7M | $4.7M |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 32 | $10,029–$92,382† | $23,907† | $661,426 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 21 | $11,344–$27,120 | $16,310 | $879,076 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2016 | $4.7M |
| Paintings | 2022 | $2.4M |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $879,076 |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $770,595 |
| Prints & Editions | 2019 | $17,826 |
| Prints & Editions | 2018 | $16,469 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ben Nicholson, O.m. worth?
Across 194 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ben Nicholson, O.m. work is $20,246. The median Ben Nicholson, O.m. work on paper sells for $20,852 across 53 lots. The median Ben Nicholson, O.m. print sells for $1,675 across 53 lots. The median Ben Nicholson, O.m. painting sells for $198,441 across 39 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Ben Nicholson, O.m. prints typically sell for $860–$2,881 (the middle half of 41 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Ben Nicholson, O.m. work on papers typically sell for $10,029–$92,382 (the middle half of 32 sold lots). Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Ben Nicholson, O.m. work on paper?
Based on 53 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ben Nicholson, O.m. work on paper is $20,852. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Ben Nicholson, O.m.'s most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ben Nicholson, O.m. work on paper is $879,076.
What is the average price of a Ben Nicholson, O.m. print?
Based on 53 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ben Nicholson, O.m. print is $1,675. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Ben Nicholson, O.m.'s most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ben Nicholson, O.m. print is $17,826.
What is the average price of a Ben Nicholson, O.m. painting?
Based on 39 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ben Nicholson, O.m. painting is $198,441.
What is Ben Nicholson, O.m.'s most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ben Nicholson, O.m. painting is $4,654,587.
What is the average price of a small Ben Nicholson, O.m. print?
Based on 41 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Ben Nicholson, O.m. print (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,186, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a small Ben Nicholson, O.m. work on paper?
Based on 32 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Ben Nicholson, O.m. work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $23,907, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Ben Nicholson, O.m.'s auction record?
Ben Nicholson, O.m.'s auction record is $4,654,587, set in 2016.
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