Ismail Shammout (1930–2006)
Ismail Shammout is a Palestinian artist with 14 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $67,581.
A work by Ismail Shammout sold in 2025 for $83,718, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Ismail Shammout on OpeningBid →What is a Ismail Shammout work worth?
Across 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ismail Shammout work is $67,581.
The median Ismail Shammout painting sells for $114,966 across 9 lots.
The median Ismail Shammout work on paper sells for $22,527 across 3 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 10 | $114,966 | $235,866 | 90% | 2019-10-23 |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $22,527 | $25,745 | — | 2019-10-23 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $185,000 | $235,866 | — | 2019-10-23 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $51,892–$173,559 | $89,700 | $235,866 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2015 | $235,866 |
| Paintings | 2019 | $193,090 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $25,745 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $22,527 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ismail Shammout worth?
Across 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ismail Shammout work is $67,581. The median Ismail Shammout painting sells for $114,966 across 9 lots. The median Ismail Shammout work on paper sells for $22,527 across 3 lots.
What is Ismail Shammout's auction record?
Ismail Shammout's auction record is $235,866, set in 2015.
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