Hilary Heron (1923–1977)
What is Hilary Heron’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 21 auction results for Hilary Heron at 3 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,003 including buyer’s premium (middle half $878–$3,613, n=6). The auction record is $35,061 for Lady of the Rocks (2025, James Adam Salesrooms). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lady of the Rocks, 1953 | Walnut | $35,061 | James Adam Salesrooms | Mar 2025 |
| 2 | Bird Barking, 1965 | Welded steel | $10,829 | James Adam Salesrooms | Mar 2018 |
| 3 | Drift Stones, 1963 | Bronze | $10,087 | James Adam Salesrooms | Dec 2007 |
| 4 | Crown of Thorns, 1963 | Bronze | $8,436 | James Adam Salesrooms | Dec 2007 |
| 5 | Untitled | Copper and wood | $5,978 | James Adam Salesrooms | Sep 2022 |
| 6 | Jezebel | Steel | $4,459 | James Adam Salesrooms | Dec 2024 |
| 7 | Hilary Heron (1923-1976)DrawingCopper, 85 x 48cm (33½ x 19)Provenance: The Artist's Studio Contents auction.Exhibited: University of Limerick, 'Familiar Faces', 2008., 2008 | Copper | $4,171 | James Adam Salesrooms | Oct 2019 |
| 8 | Untitled | Copper wire | $4,065 | James Adam Salesrooms | Sep 2022 |
| 9 | Celtic Spirals, 2008 | Copper wire | $3,893 | James Adam Salesrooms | Oct 2019 |
| 10 | Star Fish, 1961 | Brass | $1,278 | James Adam Salesrooms | Sep 2011 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 11 | $4,459 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 5 | $8,436 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $1,091 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 21 results from 3 houses · How we compute these figures
Hilary Heron is an artist with 42 auction lots recorded since 2001, median price $3,815. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Hilary Heron sold in 2025 for $35,061, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Hilary Heron on OpeningBid →What is a Hilary Heron work worth?
Across 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Hilary Heron work is $3,815.
The median Hilary Heron sculpture sells for $5,219 across 10 lots.
The median Hilary Heron work on paper sells for $4,171 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 3 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Works on Paper | 2 | $4,171 | $4,171 | 50% | 2019-10-23 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 12 | $5,219† | $35,061 | 83.3% | 2025-03-26 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $35,061 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2018 | $10,829 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $4,171 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Hilary Heron worth?
Across 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Hilary Heron work is $3,815. The median Hilary Heron sculpture sells for $5,219 across 10 lots. The median Hilary Heron work on paper sells for $4,171 across 1 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Hilary Heron sculpture?
Based on 10 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Hilary Heron sculpture is $5,219. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Hilary Heron's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Hilary Heron sculpture is $35,061.
What is Hilary Heron's auction record?
Hilary Heron's auction record is $35,061, set in 2025.
See the full Hilary Heron record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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