Eric Thake (1904–1982)
What is Eric Thake’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 44 auction results for Eric Thake at 5 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,059 including buyer’s premium (middle half $688–$23,845, n=8). The auction record is $243,521 for BROWNOUT (2011, Deutscher and Hackett). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BROWNOUT, 1942 | Oil on pulpboard | $243,521 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2011 |
| 2 | BROWNOUT, 1942 | Oil on pulpboard | $243,521 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2011 |
| 3 | THE WEEKLY TRAIN DEPARTS, THE DOG GOES BACK TO SLEEP, 1971 | Oil on canvas | $36,398 | Deutscher and Hackett | Feb 2022 |
| 4 | Brasilia at Corio, 1976 | Oil on canvas board | $25,999 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2024 |
| 5 | BRAZILIA AT CORIO, 1976 | Oil on canvas board | $23,927 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2024 |
| 6 | Brasilia at Corio, 1976 | Oil on canvas | $23,817 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2024 |
| 7 | PELACO SHIRT FACTORY, 1952 | Watercolour, gouache and pencil on paper | $22,239 | Deutscher and Hackett | Apr 2014 |
| 8 | TRUCK, NOEMFOOR ISLAND, DUTCH NEW GUINEA, 1945, 1945 | Watercolour on paper | $17,230 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2017 |
| 9 | BASS AND FLINDERS, 1943 | Gouache on paper | $16,947 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2007 |
| 10 | BASS AND FLINDERS, 1943 | Gouache on paper | $15,507 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2018 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 7 | $23,927 |
| Works on paper | 7 | $1,610 |
| Photographs | 5 | $734 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 6 | $31,198 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 16 | $1,324 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 44 results from 5 houses · How we compute these figures
Eric Thake is an Australia artist with 51 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $1,920. 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 Eric Thake sold in 2024 for $23,817, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Eric Thake on OpeningBid →What is a Eric Thake work worth?
Across 40 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Eric Thake work is $1,920.
The median Eric Thake print sells for $548 across 11 lots.
The median Eric Thake painting sells for $25,999 across 11 lots.
The median Eric Thake work on paper sells for $13,002 across 11 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 | 18 | $548† | $1,295† | 61.1% | 2025-03-05 |
| Paintings | 12 | $25,999†‡ | $243,521‡ | 91.7% | 2024-11-26 |
| Works on Paper | 11 | $13,002†‡ | $18,532‡ | — | 2018-08-29 |
| Photography | 5 | $720‡ | $1,356 | — | 2026-06-17 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $243,521‡ | $243,521‡ | — | 2011-08-31 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Eric Thake's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (18 lots) median $548 with 61.1% sell-through. Paintings (12 lots) median $25,999, record $243,521. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified. A typical Eric Thake painting sells for around 47× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 3 lots) the median is $243,521.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $372–$814† | $548† | $1,295† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 8 | $21,505–$88,179†‡ | $28,164†‡ | $243,521‡ |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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) | 11 | $1,920–$16,227†‡ | $13,002†‡ | $18,532‡ |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Photography
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $606–$763‡ | $720‡ | $1,356 |
‡ 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 | 2011 | $243,521‡ |
| Paintings | 2011 | $243,521 |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $18,532‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $17,230 |
| Photography | 2026 | $1,356 |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $1,295† |
| Prints & Editions | 2010 | $1,243† |
| Photography | 2026 | $763 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 Eric Thake worth?
Across 40 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Eric Thake work is $1,920. The median Eric Thake print sells for $548 across 11 lots. The median Eric Thake painting sells for $25,999 across 11 lots. The median Eric Thake work on paper sells for $13,002 across 11 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 Eric Thake print?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Eric Thake print is $548. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Eric Thake's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Eric Thake print is $1,295. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $1,295 (buyer's premium not included).
What is the average price of a Eric Thake painting?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Eric Thake painting is $25,999. 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 Eric Thake's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Eric Thake painting is $243,521. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a Eric Thake work on paper?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Eric Thake work on paper is $13,002. 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 Eric Thake's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Eric Thake work on paper is $18,532. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a small Eric Thake print?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Eric Thake print (small (under 50 cm)) is $548, 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 small Eric Thake work on paper?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Eric Thake work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $13,002, 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 Eric Thake's auction record?
Eric Thake's auction record is $243,521, set in 2011. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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