Bette Hays (b. 1922)
Bette Hays is an Australian artist with 4 auction lots recorded since 2017, median price $144. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Bette Hays sold in 2025 for $149, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Bette Hays on OpeningBid →What is a Bette Hays work worth?
Across 4 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Bette Hays work is $144.
The median Bette Hays painting sells for $143 across 6 lots.
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 6 | $143† | $160 | — | 2025-12-10 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $97–$149† | $138† | $160 |
† 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 | 2018 | $160 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $149 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Bette Hays worth?
Across 4 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Bette Hays work is $144. The median Bette Hays painting sells for $143 across 6 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Bette Hays's auction record?
Bette Hays's auction record is $160, set in 2018.
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