Bernard Meninsky (1891–1950)
What is Bernard Meninsky’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 185 auction results for Bernard Meninsky at 18 houses since 1998. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,657 including buyer’s premium (middle half $873–$2,619, n=25). The auction record is $21,466 for Tulips and Irises (2010, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tulips and Irises, 1891 | Oil paint | $21,466 | Christie's | Dec 2010 |
| 2 | A seated female figure, 1916 | Pencil | $19,572 | Christie's | Mar 2025 |
| 3 | Two Women | Oil on canvas | $16,485 | Sotheby's | Oct 2008 |
| 4 | Bathers resting, 1936 | Oil paint | $14,613 | Christie's | Jun 2001 |
| 5 | The Surprise (2), 1949 | Oil paint | $13,964 | Christie's | Jul 2009 |
| 6 | cowherd sleeping | Gouache | $12,957 | Sotheby's | Mar 2007 |
| 7 | Reclining woman, 1946 | Oil paint | $12,665 | Christie's | Jun 2001 |
| 8 | Still Life of Flowers in a Vase, 1891 | Oil paint | $11,591 | Christie's | Mar 2023 |
| 9 | Tulips and Irises, 1891 | Oil paint | $10,075 | Christie's | Dec 2012 |
| 10 | Landscape in Hampshire, Furze Hill, 1935 | Oil paint | $10,067 | Christie's | Jun 2001 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 68 | $4,840 |
| Other | 25 | $1,523 |
| Works on paper | 48 | $1,220 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 88 | $3,525 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 47 | $1,471 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 185 results from 18 houses · How we compute these figures
Bernard Meninsky is a British (modern) artist with 228 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $2,084. 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 Bernard Meninsky is recorded as sold in 2026 for $3,752; whether the price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 184 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Bernard Meninsky work is $2,084.
The median Bernard Meninsky painting sells for $3,753 across 84 lots.
The median Bernard Meninsky work on paper sells for $873 across 77 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Bernard Meninsky paintings typically sell for $2,558–$6,913 (the middle half of 61 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Bernard Meninsky work on papers typically sell for $370–$1,229 (the middle half of 41 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 92 | $3,753†‡ | $21,466 | 91.3% | 2026-10-21 |
| Works on Paper | 85 | $873†‡ | $19,572 | 90.6% | 2026-09-08 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 9 | $13,964 | $21,466 | — | 2025-03-20 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 18 | $1,395–$2,892‡ | $1,975‡ | $7,244 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 61 | $2,558–$6,913†‡ | $4,149†‡ | $21,466 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 41 | $370–$1,229†‡ | $671†‡ | $8,296 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 29 | $824–$2,579†‡ | $1,176†‡ | $19,572 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2010 | $21,466 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $19,572 |
| Paintings | 2001 | $14,613 |
| Works on Paper | 2012 | $8,296 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Bernard Meninsky worth?
Across 184 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Bernard Meninsky work is $2,084. The median Bernard Meninsky painting sells for $3,753 across 84 lots. The median Bernard Meninsky work on paper sells for $873 across 77 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Bernard Meninsky paintings typically sell for $2,558–$6,913 (the middle half of 61 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Bernard Meninsky work on papers typically sell for $370–$1,229 (the middle half of 41 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 Bernard Meninsky painting?
Based on 84 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Bernard Meninsky painting is $3,753. 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 Bernard Meninsky's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Bernard Meninsky painting is $21,466.
What is the average price of a Bernard Meninsky work on paper?
Based on 77 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Bernard Meninsky work on paper is $873. 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 Bernard Meninsky's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Bernard Meninsky work on paper is $19,572.
What is the average price of a medium Bernard Meninsky painting?
Based on 61 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Bernard Meninsky painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $4,149, 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 Bernard Meninsky work on paper?
Based on 41 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Bernard Meninsky work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $671, 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 Bernard Meninsky's auction record?
Bernard Meninsky's auction record is $21,466, set in 2010.
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