Lalla Essaydi (b. 1956)
What is Lalla Essaydi’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 73 auction results for Lalla Essaydi at 9 houses since 2004. Over the last 24 months the median price was $10,880 including buyer’s premium (middle half $3,816–$14,030, n=7). The auction record is $111,582 for Harem #18 (2011, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bullets Revisited #3, 2012 | Chromogenic print mounted on aluminium, in three parts | $81,250 | Christie's | Apr 2013 |
| 2 | Harem 14C, 2009 | Chromogenic print mounted on aluminium | $80,500 | Christie's | Apr 2012 |
| 3 | Bullets #5, 2009 | Chromogenic print mounted on aluminium | $68,500 | Christie's | Oct 2011 |
| 4 | Dancer Triptych (#8, #10, #12), 2009 | Chromogenic print mounted on aluminium, in three parts | $57,500 | Christie's | Apr 2013 |
| 5 | Les Femmes du Maroc: Kenza | Hand coloring | $56,250 | Phillips | Apr 2013 |
| 6 | Harem #16, 2009 | Chromogenic print mounted on aluminium with UV protective laminate | $52,500 | Christie's | Oct 2012 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harem #18, 2009 | Chromogenic print mounted on aluminium | $111,582 | Christie's | Apr 2011 |
| 2 | Harem Revisited #33, 2012 | Chromogenic print mounted on aluminium | $75,000 | Christie's | Apr 2013 |
| 3 | Harem Revisited #33, 2012 | Chromogenic print mounted on aluminum | $61,312 | Christie's | Oct 2018 |
| 4 | Harem #2, 2009 | Hand coloring | $60,000 | Phillips | Oct 2015 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Photographs | 64 | $23,183 |
| Other | 5 | $16,151 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 32 | $42,658 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 35 | $16,250 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 73 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Lalla Essaydi is a Moroccan artist with 84 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $22,500. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Lalla Essaydi sold in 2023 for $41,057, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Lalla Essaydi on OpeningBid →What is a Lalla Essaydi work worth?
Across 73 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Lalla Essaydi work is $22,500.
The median Lalla Essaydi photograph sells for $17,500 across 48 lots.
The median Lalla Essaydi sculpture sells for $43,750 across 21 lots.
The median Lalla Essaydi print sells for $17,879 across 2 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Lalla Essaydi photographs typically sell for $7,500–$22,680 (the middle half of 25 sold lots).
Large (over 120 cm) Lalla Essaydi photographs typically sell for $16,433–$46,267 (the middle half of 20 sold lots).
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2 | $17,879 | $19,607 | — | 2023-12-30 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | $9,600 | $9,600 | — | 2011-04-13 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 23 | $43,750 | $81,250 | 91.3% | 2021-06-16 |
| Photography | 57 | $17,500‡ | $111,582 | 84.2% | 2026-10-13 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $80,875 | $111,582 | — | 2013-04-16 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 8 | $18,137–$32,500 | $28,750 | $57,500 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 12 | $43,750–$70,125 | $51,250 | $81,250 |
Photography
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 25 | $7,500–$22,680 | $15,360 | $46,025 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 20 | $16,433–$46,267 | $22,500 | $111,582 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | 2011 | $111,582 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2013 | $81,250 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2012 | $80,500 |
| Photography | 2015 | $60,000 |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $19,607 |
| Prints & Editions | 2014 | $16,151 |
| Works on Paper | 2011 | $9,600 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Lalla Essaydi worth?
Across 73 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Lalla Essaydi work is $22,500. The median Lalla Essaydi photograph sells for $17,500 across 48 lots. The median Lalla Essaydi sculpture sells for $43,750 across 21 lots. The median Lalla Essaydi print sells for $17,879 across 2 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Lalla Essaydi photographs typically sell for $7,500–$22,680 (the middle half of 25 sold lots). Large (over 120 cm) Lalla Essaydi photographs typically sell for $16,433–$46,267 (the middle half of 20 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Lalla Essaydi photograph?
Based on 48 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Lalla Essaydi photograph is $17,500. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Lalla Essaydi's most expensive photograph?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Lalla Essaydi photograph is $111,582.
What is the average price of a Lalla Essaydi sculpture?
Based on 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Lalla Essaydi sculpture is $43,750.
What is Lalla Essaydi's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Lalla Essaydi sculpture is $81,250.
What is the average price of a medium Lalla Essaydi photograph?
Based on 25 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Lalla Essaydi photograph (medium (50–120 cm)) is $15,360, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a large Lalla Essaydi photograph?
Based on 20 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Lalla Essaydi photograph (large (over 120 cm)) is $22,500, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Lalla Essaydi's auction record?
Lalla Essaydi's auction record is $111,582, set in 2011.
See the full Lalla Essaydi record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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