Biren De (1926–2026)
What is Biren De’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 53 auction results for Biren De at 7 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $57,600 including buyer’s premium (middle half $36,780–$117,124, n=7). The auction record is $159,617 for December '72 (6) (2026, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | December '72 (6), 1972 | Oil on canvas | $159,617 | Christie's | Jun 2026 |
| 2 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1974 | Oil on canvas | $153,600 | Christie's | Sep 2026 |
| 3 | April '73, 1973 | Oil paint | $85,000 | Christie's | Sep 2007 |
| 4 | Untitled (Creation) | Oil on canvas | $80,648 | Christie's | Jun 2026 |
| 5 | Genesis II, 1965 | Oil paint | $68,750 | Christie's | Mar 2019 |
| 6 | Widows, 1957 | Oil paint | $68,750 | Christie's | Sep 2020 |
| 7 | January '77, 1977 | Oil paint | $63,000 | Christie's | Sep 2024 |
| 8 | November, 1997 | Oil on canvas | $63,000 | Sotheby's | Mar 2022 |
| 9 | August-Sept 1991, 1991 | Watercolor on paper | $57,600 | Christie's | Sep 2026 |
| 10 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1974 | Oil paint | $54,000 | Christie's | Mar 2007 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 32 | $29,903 |
| Works on paper | 5 | $4,929 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $63,000 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 23 | $27,787 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $7,617 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 53 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
Biren De is an Indian artist with 63 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $23,564. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Biren De sold in 2026 for $57,600, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Biren De on OpeningBid →What is a Biren De work worth?
Across 53 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Biren De work is $23,564.
The median Biren De painting sells for $31,370 across 40 lots.
The median Biren De work on paper sells for $4,929 across 6 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Biren De paintings typically sell for $16,282–$51,074 (the middle half of 26 sold 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 | 43 | $31,370† | $159,617 | 93% | 2026-09-16 |
| Works on Paper | 7 | $4,929† | $57,600 | 85.7% | 2026-09-16 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $153,600 | $159,617 | — | 2026-09-16 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 26 | $16,282–$51,074† | $27,754† | $159,617 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 10 | $19,062–$80,188† | $56,500† | $153,600 |
† 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 | 2026 | $159,617 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $153,600 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $57,600 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $20,320 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Biren De worth?
Across 53 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Biren De work is $23,564. The median Biren De painting sells for $31,370 across 40 lots. The median Biren De work on paper sells for $4,929 across 6 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Biren De paintings typically sell for $16,282–$51,074 (the middle half of 26 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Biren De painting?
Based on 40 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Biren De painting is $31,370. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Biren De's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Biren De painting is $159,617.
What is the average price of a medium Biren De painting?
Based on 26 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Biren De painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $27,754, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a large Biren De painting?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Biren De painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $56,500, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Biren De's auction record?
Biren De's auction record is $159,617, set in 2026.
See the full Biren De record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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