Jack Absalom (1927–2019)
What is Jack Absalom’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 46 auction results for Jack Absalom at 2 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $647 including buyer’s premium (middle half $346–$1,061, n=8). The auction record is $6,550 for Mt Sonder (2022, Lawsons Auctioneers). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mt Sonder, 1985 | Oil on canvas | $6,550 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Mar 2022 |
| 2 | Wirryalpa Hills, Flinders Ranges | Oil on board | $2,144 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Oct 2025 |
| 3 | Silverton Hills, 1991 | Oil on canvas board | $1,785 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Sep 2026 |
| 4 | The Everades, 1989 | Oil on board | $1,233 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Aug 2024 |
| 5 | Broken Hill, 1979 | Oil on canvas | $974 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Oct 2012 |
| 6 | Kimberly's WA, 1984 | Oil on canvas | $820 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Jul 2025 |
| 7 | Broken Hill, Pitunyarra Country | Oil on canvas on board | $802 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Jan 2026 |
| 8 | Settling for the Night, 1975 | Oil on canvas board | $492 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Apr 2026 |
| 9 | Land of the Pitinjara, 1997 | Oil on board | $390 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Oct 2024 |
| 10 | Karijini Rocks, 1976 | Oil on canvas board | $367 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Nov 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 13 | $802 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $441 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 46 results from 2 houses · How we compute these figures
Jack Absalom is an Australia artist with 38 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $457. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Jack Absalom sold in 2026 for $1,785, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Jack Absalom on OpeningBid →What is a Jack Absalom work worth?
Across 32 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Jack Absalom work is $457.
The median Jack Absalom painting sells for $514 across 42 lots.
The median Jack Absalom print sells for $42 across 4 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Jack Absalom paintings typically sell for $284–$515 (the middle half of 26 sold 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 | 7 | $42† | $55† | 57.1% | 2025-01-15 |
| Paintings | 48 | $514† | $6,550 | 87.5% | 2026-09-02 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $2,144 | $6,550 | — | 2026-09-02 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Jack Absalom's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (7 lots) median $42 with 57.1% sell-through. Paintings (48 lots) median $514, record $6,550. A typical Jack Absalom painting sells for around 12× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 3 lots) the median is $2,144.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 26 | $284–$515† | $399† | $2,144 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 15 | $718–$1,049† | $933† | $6,550 |
† 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 | 2022 | $6,550 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $2,144 |
| Prints & Editions | 2013 | $55† |
| Prints & Editions | 2020 | $50† |
† 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 Jack Absalom worth?
Across 32 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Jack Absalom work is $457. The median Jack Absalom painting sells for $514 across 42 lots. The median Jack Absalom print sells for $42 across 4 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Jack Absalom paintings typically sell for $284–$515 (the middle half of 26 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Jack Absalom painting?
Based on 42 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Jack Absalom painting is $514. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Jack Absalom's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Jack Absalom painting is $6,550.
What is the average price of a small Jack Absalom painting?
Based on 26 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Jack Absalom painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $399, 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 Jack Absalom painting?
Based on 15 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Jack Absalom painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $933, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Jack Absalom's auction record?
Jack Absalom's auction record is $6,550, set in 2022.
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