K K Hebbar (1911–1996)
What is K K Hebbar’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 69 auction results for K K Hebbar at 3 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $19,572 including buyer’s premium (middle half $13,864–$159,469, n=17). The auction record is $399,999 for Untitled (oil on canvas) (2026, Saffronart). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1988 | Oil on canvas | $399,999 | Saffronart | Sep 2026 |
| 2 | Drummer, 1967-68 | Oil on canvas | $324,999 | Saffronart | Sep 2026 |
| 3 | Fresh Fish, 1960 | Oil on canvas | $297,732 | Saffronart | Sep 2025 |
| 4 | Untitled (oil on canvas) | Oil on canvas | $224,999 | Saffronart | Sep 2026 |
| 5 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1982 | Oil on canvas | $159,469 | Saffronart | Dec 2025 |
| 6 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1979 | Oil on canvas | $154,255 | AstaGuru Auction House | Dec 2025 |
| 7 | Untitled (Ganesha), 1981 | Oil on canvas | $146,909 | AstaGuru Auction House | Dec 2025 |
| 8 | Untitled (Bride`s Toilette), 1944 | Oil on canvas | $88,458 | Saffronart | Mar 2020 |
| 9 | Sangya Bala, 1983 | Oil on canvas | $66,797 | Saffronart | Mar 2019 |
| 10 | Wish Fulfilling Tree, 1984 | Oil on canvas | $66,797 | Saffronart | Mar 2019 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 14 | $117,684 |
| Works on paper | 17 | $5,362 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 13 | $146,909 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 18 | $5,362 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 69 results from 3 houses · How we compute these figures
K K Hebbar is an Indian artist with 85 auction lots recorded since 2002, median price $4,178. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by K K Hebbar sold in 2026 for $17,542, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full K K Hebbar record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View K K Hebbar on OpeningBid →What is a K K Hebbar work worth?
Across 69 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a K K Hebbar work is $4,178.
The median K K Hebbar painting sells for $22,892 across 31 lots.
The median K K Hebbar work on paper sells for $1,750 across 26 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 | 31 | $22,892† | $399,999 | — | 2026-09-19 |
| Works on Paper | 26 | $1,750† | $19,572 | — | 2026-09-21 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 7 | $224,999 | $399,999 | — | 2026-09-19 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $111–$557† | $220† | $62,500 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 16 | $1,674–$175,851† | $50,559† | $399,999 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 19 | $731–$7,516† | $4,178† | $19,572 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $51–$182† | $72† | $246† |
† 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 | $399,999 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $324,999 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $19,572 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $17,542 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a K K Hebbar worth?
Across 69 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a K K Hebbar work is $4,178. The median K K Hebbar painting sells for $22,892 across 31 lots. The median K K Hebbar work on paper sells for $1,750 across 26 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a K K Hebbar painting?
Based on 31 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a K K Hebbar painting is $22,892. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is K K Hebbar's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a K K Hebbar painting is $399,999.
What is the average price of a K K Hebbar work on paper?
Based on 26 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a K K Hebbar work on paper is $1,750. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is K K Hebbar's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a K K Hebbar work on paper is $19,572.
What is the average price of a small K K Hebbar work on paper?
Based on 19 sold lots, the median auction price of a small K K Hebbar work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $4,178, 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 K K Hebbar painting?
Based on 16 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium K K Hebbar painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $50,559, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is K K Hebbar's auction record?
K K Hebbar's auction record is $399,999, set in 2026.
See the full K K Hebbar record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View K K Hebbar on OpeningBid →