Haku Shah (1934–2019)
What is Haku Shah’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 17 auction results for Haku Shah at 9 houses since 2020. Over the last 24 months the median price was $17,640 including buyer’s premium (middle half $11,119–$29,775, n=5). The auction record is $35,084 for Untitled (oil on canvas) (2026, Saffronart). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 2007 | Oil on canvas | $35,084 | Saffronart | Sep 2026 |
| 2 | Untitled (oil on canvas) | Oil on canvas | $29,775 | Pundole's | May 2026 |
| 3 | UNTITLED (Krishna Series), 2000 | Oil on canvas | $23,844 | Prinseps | Aug 2024 |
| 4 | Untitled (Man with Birds), 1934 | Oil paint | $17,640 | Christie's | Mar 2025 |
| 5 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1988 | Oil on canvas | $11,119 | Saffronart | Jun 2025 |
| 6 | Untitled (Fisherwoman) | Oil paint | $10,861 | Sotheby's | Oct 2023 |
| 7 | Untitled (oil on canvas) | Oil on canvas | $8,890 | Sotheby's | Mar 2023 |
| 8 | Woman with Bird, 1934 | Painting | $6,376 | Bonhams | May 2022 |
| 9 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1988 | Painting | $5,074 | Sotheby's | May 2022 |
| 10 | Untitled (Drawings), 1934 | Ballpoint pen on paper | $3,449 | Bonhams | Jun 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 8 | $10,990 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 6 | $10,990 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 17 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Haku Shah is an Indian artist with 21 auction lots recorded since 2014, median price $6,367. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Haku Shah sold in 2026 for $35,084, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Haku Shah on OpeningBid →What is a Haku Shah work worth?
Across 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Haku Shah work is $6,367.
The median Haku Shah painting sells for $9,876 across 13 lots.
The median Haku Shah work on paper sells for $250 across 1 lots.
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 13 | $9,876† | $35,084 | — | 2026-09-21 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | $250† | $250† | — | 2024-04-29 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 8 | $6,036–$12,749† | $9,876† | $29,775 |
† 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 | 2026 | $35,084 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $29,775 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $250† |
† 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 Haku Shah worth?
Across 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Haku Shah work is $6,367. The median Haku Shah painting sells for $9,876 across 13 lots. The median Haku Shah work on paper sells for $250 across 1 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Haku Shah painting?
Based on 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Haku Shah painting is $9,876. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Haku Shah's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Haku Shah painting is $35,084.
What is Haku Shah's auction record?
Haku Shah's auction record is $35,084, set in 2026.
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