Diidja (1900–1982)
What is Diidja’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 14 auction results for Diidja at 2 houses since 2015. Over the last 24 months the median price was $8,594 including buyer’s premium (middle half $6,873–$10,274, n=6). The auction record is $10,399 for Male and female Namarnde making love (2026, Deutscher and Hackett). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Male and female Namarnde making love, 1966 | Natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark | $10,399 | Deutscher and Hackett | Mar 2026 |
| 2 | Male and female Namarnde making love, 1900 | Natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark | $10,281 | Deutscher and Hackett | Mar 2026 |
| 3 | Male and female Namarnde making love, 1966 | Natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark | $10,255 | Deutscher and Hackett | Mar 2026 |
| 4 | Namarnde with two wives, 1966 | Natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark | $6,933 | Deutscher and Hackett | Mar 2026 |
| 5 | Namarnde with two wives, 1900 | Natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark | $6,853 | Deutscher and Hackett | Mar 2026 |
| 6 | Namarnde with two wives, 1966 | Natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark | $6,837 | Deutscher and Hackett | Mar 2026 |
| 7 | Three Namorrordo, 1900 | Natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark | $4,656 | Bonhams | Sep 2015 |
| 8 | Malicious Spirit of the Shooting Star, 1900 | Tin | $4,655 | Bonhams | Sep 2015 |
| 9 | FEMALE NAMARNDE SPIRIT, c.1950 | Natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark | $4,135 | Deutscher and Hackett | Dec 2015 |
| 10 | Male and Female Namarnde, 1900 | Natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark | $3,386 | Bonhams | Sep 2015 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 10 | $4,395 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 12 | $5,746 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 14 results from 2 houses · How we compute these figures
Diidja is an artist with 12 auction lots recorded since 2015, median price $6,778. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Diidja sold in 2026 for $10,399, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Diidja on OpeningBid →What is a Diidja work worth?
Across 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Diidja work is $6,778.
The median Diidja painting sells for $4,135 across 11 lots.
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 11 | $4,135‡ | $10,399 | — | 2026-03-25 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 11 | $3,217–$6,893‡ | $4,135‡ | $10,399 |
‡ 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 | 2026 | $10,399 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $10,281 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Diidja worth?
Across 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Diidja work is $6,778. The median Diidja painting sells for $4,135 across 11 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Diidja painting?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Diidja painting is $4,135. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Diidja's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Diidja painting is $10,399.
What is the average price of a medium Diidja painting?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Diidja painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $4,135, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Diidja's auction record?
Diidja's auction record is $10,399, set in 2026.
See the full Diidja record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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