Dora Holzhandler (1928–2015)
What is Dora Holzhandler’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 79 auction results for Dora Holzhandler at 14 houses since 1999. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,159 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,060–$1,331, n=7). The auction record is $8,879 for Dora Holzhandler (1928-2015) Spring Signed and dated 1968 Oil on canvas 109 x 91cm ++Unlined, (2016, Woolley and Wallis). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dora Holzhandler (1928-2015) Spring Signed and dated 1968 Oil on canvas 109 x 91cm ++Unlined, | Oil on canvas | $8,879 | Woolley and Wallis | Jun 2016 |
| 2 | Lovers, 1985 | Signed and dated (lower right), studio stamp (to reverse), oil on canvas | $5,169 | Lyon & Turnbull | Oct 2021 |
| 3 | Lovers in Spring, 1988 | Oil on canvas | $4,957 | Roseberys London | Oct 2021 |
| 4 | Spring Dance | Oil on canvas | $3,864 | Christie's | Aug 2006 |
| 5 | Nude in a bedroom, 1928 | Oil paint | $3,637 | Christie's | Aug 2006 |
| 6 | JRT AT HOME WITH HIS BOOKS, 1928 | Oil on canvas | $3,310 | Olympia Auctions | Feb 2026 |
| 7 | The Tower of London, 1980 | Oil on canvas | $2,670 | Christie's | Jul 2009 |
| 8 | Nude in a bath, 1964 | Oil on canvas | $2,581 | Roseberys London | Jun 2023 |
| 9 | LOVERS IN JERUSALEM, 1928 | Oil on canvas | $2,580 | Sworders | Jul 2018 |
| 10 | Rachel's Diner, 2002 | Oil on canvas | $2,107 | Roseberys London | Sep 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 26 | $1,429 |
| Works on paper | 24 | $428 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 16 | $2,056 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 33 | $538 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 79 results from 14 houses · How we compute these figures
Dora Holzhandler is a British (modern) artist with 95 auction lots recorded since 1999, median price $737. 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 Dora Holzhandler is recorded as sold in 2026 for $1,196; whether the price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Dora Holzhandler on OpeningBid →What is a Dora Holzhandler work worth?
Across 77 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Dora Holzhandler work is $737.
The median Dora Holzhandler work on paper sells for $301 across 31 lots.
The median Dora Holzhandler painting sells for $1,463 across 28 lots.
The median Dora Holzhandler print sells for $1,053 across 2 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Dora Holzhandler work on papers typically sell for $199–$505 (the middle half of 31 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2 | $1,053 | $1,783 | — | 2023-09-12 |
| Paintings | 32 | $1,463‡ | $6,356‡ | 87.5% | 2026-03-26 |
| Works on Paper | 35 | $301†‡ | $1,289 | 88.6% | 2025-07-04 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $5,762‡ | $8,879 | — | 2026-03-26 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Dora Holzhandler's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (2 lots) median $1,053. Paintings (32 lots) median $1,463, record $6,356. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 4 lots) the median is $5,762.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $659–$1,293‡ | $981‡ | $3,310 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 17 | $1,436–$3,637‡ | $2,512‡ | $6,356‡ |
‡ 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) | 31 | $199–$505†‡ | $301†‡ | $1,289 |
† 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 | 2026 | $6,356‡ |
| Paintings | 2021 | $4,957 |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $1,783 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $1,289 |
| Works on Paper | 2002 | $922 |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $323 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Dora Holzhandler worth?
Across 77 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Dora Holzhandler work is $737. The median Dora Holzhandler work on paper sells for $301 across 31 lots. The median Dora Holzhandler painting sells for $1,463 across 28 lots. The median Dora Holzhandler print sells for $1,053 across 2 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Dora Holzhandler work on papers typically sell for $199–$505 (the middle half of 31 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 Dora Holzhandler work on paper?
Based on 31 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Dora Holzhandler work on paper is $301. 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 Dora Holzhandler's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Dora Holzhandler work on paper is $1,289.
What is the average price of a Dora Holzhandler painting?
Based on 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Dora Holzhandler painting is $1,463. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Dora Holzhandler's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Dora Holzhandler painting is $6,356. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a small Dora Holzhandler work on paper?
Based on 31 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Dora Holzhandler work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $301, 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 medium Dora Holzhandler painting?
Based on 17 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Dora Holzhandler painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,512, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Dora Holzhandler's auction record?
Dora Holzhandler's auction record is $8,879, set in 2016.
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