Ernesto Shikhani (1934–2010)
What is Ernesto Shikhani’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 23 auction results for Ernesto Shikhani at 5 houses since 2019. Over the last 24 months the median price was $5,925 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,090–$8,147, n=5). The auction record is $20,737 for Untitled (2026, PIASA). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Untitled, 1934 | Acrylic paint | $20,737 | PIASA | Jun 2026 |
| 2 | Untitled, 1934 | Gouache | $8,147 | PIASA | Jun 2026 |
| 3 | Afrika, 1934 | Drawing | $5,925 | PIASA | Jun 2026 |
| 4 | Nem com a doutrina dos livres olhos me convenceram (Not even with the doctrine of free eyes have they convinced me), 1934 | Painting | $4,915 | Bonhams | Oct 2019 |
| 5 | A Chave De Papa Para Afrika (The Popes Key For Afrika), 1988 | Oil on canvas | $4,556 | Sotheby's | May 2020 |
| 6 | Chora a terra negra, 1934 | Painting | $4,448 | Bonhams | Apr 2021 |
| 7 | The Last Supper, 1977, 1934 | Oil on canvas | $3,943 | Bonhams | Nov 2022 |
| 8 | Lição de artes (A lesson of art), 1934 | Painting | $3,859 | Bonhams | Mar 2019 |
| 9 | Não é prazer comercializar meu corpo, 1934 | Painting | $3,756 | Bonhams | Nov 2020 |
| 10 | O Legado, 1934 | Painting | $3,203 | Bonhams | Apr 2021 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 11 | $3,859 |
| Works on paper | 9 | $2,090 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 14 | $3,138 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 23 results from 5 houses · How we compute these figures
Ernesto Shikhani is a Mozambican artist with 35 auction lots recorded since 2019, median price $2,828.
A work by Ernesto Shikhani sold in 2026 for $20,737, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Ernesto Shikhani on OpeningBid →What is a Ernesto Shikhani work worth?
Across 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ernesto Shikhani work is $2,828.
The median Ernesto Shikhani painting sells for $3,479 across 14 lots.
The median Ernesto Shikhani work on paper sells for $1,686 across 7 lots.
The median Ernesto Shikhani sculpture sells for $1,580 across 1 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 22 | $3,479 | $20,737 | 63.6% | 2026-07-02 |
| Works on Paper | 7 | $1,686 | $5,925 | — | 2026-06-29 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2 | $1,580 | $1,580 | 50% | 2019-10-15 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 13 | $2,090–$4,448 | $3,203 | $20,737 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2026 | $20,737 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $8,147 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $5,925 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $2,249 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2019 | $1,580 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ernesto Shikhani worth?
Across 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ernesto Shikhani work is $2,828. The median Ernesto Shikhani painting sells for $3,479 across 14 lots. The median Ernesto Shikhani work on paper sells for $1,686 across 7 lots. The median Ernesto Shikhani sculpture sells for $1,580 across 1 lots.
What is the average price of a Ernesto Shikhani painting?
Based on 14 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ernesto Shikhani painting is $3,479.
What is Ernesto Shikhani's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ernesto Shikhani painting is $20,737.
What is the average price of a medium Ernesto Shikhani painting?
Based on 13 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Ernesto Shikhani painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $3,203, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Ernesto Shikhani's auction record?
Ernesto Shikhani's auction record is $20,737, set in 2026.
See the full Ernesto Shikhani record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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