Cecily Sash (1924–2019)
What is Cecily Sash’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 68 auction results for Cecily Sash at 5 houses since 2009. Over the last 24 months the median price was $684 including buyer’s premium (middle half $346–$1,557, n=12). The auction record is $3,640 for Minoan Composition in Purple and Blue (2026, Strauss and Co). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Minoan Composition in Purple and Blue, 1966 | Oil on board | $3,640 | Strauss and Co | Jul 2026 |
| 2 | Untitled; Premonition II, two, 1981 | Pencil on paper | $3,062 | Strauss and Co | Nov 2019 |
| 3 | Fish with Garlic and Peppers, 1955 | Oil on board | $2,189 | Strauss and Co | Jan 2026 |
| 4 | Yellow Insect, 1963 | Mixed media on canvas laid down on board | $1,830 | Strauss and Co | Nov 2024 |
| 5 | Study of Buzzard Skeletons, 1981 | Pencil on paper | $1,785 | Strauss and Co | Jun 2017 |
| 6 | Abstract with Diagonals, 1983 | Oil on canvas | $1,399 | Strauss and Co | Nov 2025 |
| 7 | A Church by Moonlight, 1956 | Painted and incised board | $1,282 | Strauss and Co | Aug 2024 |
| 8 | Rose and thorns, 1925 | Painting | $1,142 | Bonhams | Oct 2010 |
| 9 | Cecily Sash (South Africa, 1924 - 2019), Caroline, 1955 | Oil on board | $714 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | Dec 2024 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Red/Black, from the Minoan series, 1966 | Acrylic screenprint on board | $1,466 | Strauss and Co | Apr 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 6 | $1,341 |
| Prints | 7 | $277 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 14 | $898 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 68 results from 5 houses · How we compute these figures
Cecily Sash is a South African artist with 80 auction lots recorded since 2009, median price $523. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Cecily Sash sold in 2026 for $3,640, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Cecily Sash on OpeningBid →What is a Cecily Sash work worth?
Across 58 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Cecily Sash work is $523.
The median Cecily Sash painting sells for $1,399 across 23 lots.
The median Cecily Sash work on paper sells for $2,423 across 13 lots.
The median Cecily Sash print sells for $276 across 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 8 | $276† | $1,466 | — | 2026-04-20 |
| Paintings | 24 | $1,399 | $3,640 | 95.8% | 2026-07-21 |
| Works on Paper | 13 | $2,423 | $3,062 | — | 2023-04-11 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Cecily Sash's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (8 lots) median $276. Paintings (24 lots) median $1,399, record $3,640. A typical Cecily Sash painting sells for around 5.1× the price of a typical print.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $1,177–$1,722 | $1,341 | $2,189 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2026 | $3,640 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $3,062 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $2,189 |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $1,963 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $1,466 |
| Prints & Editions | 2016 | $383 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Cecily Sash worth?
Across 58 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Cecily Sash work is $523. The median Cecily Sash painting sells for $1,399 across 23 lots. The median Cecily Sash work on paper sells for $2,423 across 13 lots. The median Cecily Sash print sells for $276 across 8 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Cecily Sash painting?
Based on 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Cecily Sash painting is $1,399.
What is Cecily Sash's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Cecily Sash painting is $3,640.
What is the average price of a Cecily Sash work on paper?
Based on 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Cecily Sash work on paper is $2,423.
What is Cecily Sash's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Cecily Sash work on paper is $3,062.
What is Cecily Sash's auction record?
Cecily Sash's auction record is $3,640, set in 2026.
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