Francis Lymburner (1916–1972)
What is Francis Lymburner’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 84 auction results for Francis Lymburner at 8 houses since 2000. Over the last 24 months the median price was $296 including buyer’s premium (middle half $204–$456, n=8). The auction record is $20,093 for Young Dancer (2023, Smith & Singer). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Young Dancer, 1964 | Oil on composition board | $20,093 | Smith & Singer | May 2023 |
| 2 | THE STUMBLE, c.1958 | Oil on composition board | $2,412 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2018 |
| 3 | Harlequin, 1916 | Oil on canvas | $2,317 | Shapiro Auctioneers | May 2023 |
| 4 | Actor Resting, 1965 | Oil on board | $1,809 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Aug 2024 |
| 5 | Frela | Oil on canvas | $1,398 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Aug 2024 |
| 6 | Circular Quay, 1916 | Oil on canvas | $1,036 | Shapiro Auctioneers | Sep 2022 |
| 7 | Peacock and Bird, Hippo, Seal, Resting Kangaroo, 1940 | Ink and wash on paper | $1,000 | Shapiro Auctioneers | May 2024 |
| 8 | Ceremonial Occasion, 1916 | Oil on board | $977 | Shapiro Auctioneers | Sep 2026 |
| 9 | Parrot, 1960 | Ink and wash on paper | $757 | Shapiro Auctioneers | Nov 2015 |
| 10 | Reclining Nude, 1962 | Gouache, ink and wash on paper | $621 | Shapiro Auctioneers | Sep 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 8 | $1,603 |
| Works on paper | 13 | $326 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 5 | $1,036 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 20 | $328 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 84 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
Francis Lymburner is an Australia artist with 115 auction lots recorded since 2000, median price $540. 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 Francis Lymburner sold in 2026 for $977, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Francis Lymburner on OpeningBid →What is a Francis Lymburner work worth?
Across 76 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Francis Lymburner work is $540.
The median Francis Lymburner work on paper sells for $326 across 41 lots.
The median Francis Lymburner painting sells for $1,365 across 30 lots.
The median Francis Lymburner print sells for $397 across 6 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Francis Lymburner work on papers typically sell for $222–$464 (the middle half of 38 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 | 7 | $397† | $1,024† | 85.7% | 2026-02-11 |
| Paintings | 42 | $1,365†‡ | $20,093 | 71.4% | 2026-09-23 |
| Works on Paper | 62 | $326† | $1,000 | 66.1% | 2026-09-23 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $2,947† | $20,093 | — | 2023-05-02 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Francis Lymburner's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (7 lots) median $397 with 85.7% sell-through. Paintings (42 lots) median $1,365, record $20,093. A typical Francis Lymburner painting sells for around 3.4× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 5 lots) the median is $2,947.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $549–$1,356† | $890† | $2,077† |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 19 | $1,148–$2,255†‡ | $1,749†‡ | $5,072† |
† 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) | 38 | $222–$464† | $328† | $1,000 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2023 | $20,093 |
| Paintings | 2013 | $5,072† |
| Prints & Editions | 2017 | $1,024† |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $1,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2015 | $937 |
| Prints & Editions | 2017 | $591† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Francis Lymburner worth?
Across 76 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Francis Lymburner work is $540. The median Francis Lymburner work on paper sells for $326 across 41 lots. The median Francis Lymburner painting sells for $1,365 across 30 lots. The median Francis Lymburner print sells for $397 across 6 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Francis Lymburner work on papers typically sell for $222–$464 (the middle half of 38 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 Francis Lymburner work on paper?
Based on 41 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Francis Lymburner work on paper is $326. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Francis Lymburner's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Francis Lymburner work on paper is $1,000.
What is the average price of a Francis Lymburner painting?
Based on 30 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Francis Lymburner painting is $1,365. 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 Francis Lymburner's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Francis Lymburner painting is $20,093.
What is the average price of a small Francis Lymburner work on paper?
Based on 38 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Francis Lymburner work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $328, 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 medium Francis Lymburner painting?
Based on 19 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Francis Lymburner painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,749, 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 Francis Lymburner's auction record?
Francis Lymburner's auction record is $20,093, set in 2023.
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