Ismail Gulgee (1926–2007)
What is Ismail Gulgee’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 45 auction results for Ismail Gulgee at 8 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $9,765 including buyer’s premium (middle half $5,030–$17,321, n=8). The auction record is $131,304 for Horses (2015, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Horses, 1926 | Lapis lazuli mosaic | $131,304 | Bonhams | Oct 2015 |
| 2 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1987 | Oil paint | $81,250 | Christie's | Mar 2014 |
| 3 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1984 | Oil on canvas | $63,000 | Christie's | May 2007 |
| 4 | Untitled (Camels), 1926 | — | $62,375 | Bonhams | Nov 2016 |
| 5 | Untitled (Camels), 1968 | Oil paint | $47,500 | Christie's | Sep 2014 |
| 6 | Untitled (Abstract), 1926 | Oil on canvas, framed | $43,112 | Bonhams | Jun 2026 |
| 7 | Untitled (Cosmic Hexagon Series), 1974 | Oil paint | $37,500 | Christie's | Sep 2021 |
| 8 | Polo Players, 1926 | Drawing | $36,557 | Bonhams | Apr 2014 |
| 9 | Al-Quddus, 1926 | Painting | $31,757 | Bonhams | Jun 2019 |
| 10 | Untitled (Calligraphic), 1998 | Painting | $28,325 | Bonhams | Nov 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 33 | $13,723 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $43,112 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 16 | $15,765 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $6,524 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 45 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
Ismail Gulgee is a Pakistani artist with 59 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $12,997. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Ismail Gulgee sold in 2026 for $43,112, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full Ismail Gulgee record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View Ismail Gulgee on OpeningBid →What is a Ismail Gulgee work worth?
Across 45 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ismail Gulgee work is $12,997.
The median Ismail Gulgee painting sells for $16,000 across 25 lots.
The median Ismail Gulgee work on paper sells for $5,625 across 3 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 | 30 | $16,000† | $81,250 | 83.3% | 2026-06-02 |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $5,625 | $36,557 | — | 2018-03-21 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $81,250 | $131,304 | — | 2015-10-05 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $6,468–$13,805 | $10,676 | $20,683 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 10 | $9,226–$18,750† | $14,303† | $63,000 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $33,193–$46,403 | $40,306 | $81,250 |
† 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 | 2014 | $81,250 |
| Paintings | 2007 | $63,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $36,557 |
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $5,625 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ismail Gulgee worth?
Across 45 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ismail Gulgee work is $12,997. The median Ismail Gulgee painting sells for $16,000 across 25 lots. The median Ismail Gulgee work on paper sells for $5,625 across 3 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Ismail Gulgee painting?
Based on 25 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ismail Gulgee painting is $16,000. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Ismail Gulgee's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ismail Gulgee painting is $81,250.
What is the average price of a medium Ismail Gulgee painting?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Ismail Gulgee painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $14,303, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Ismail Gulgee's auction record?
Ismail Gulgee's auction record is $131,304, set in 2015.
See the full Ismail Gulgee record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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