Lisa Yuskavage (b. 1962)
What is Lisa Yuskavage’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 130 auction results for Lisa Yuskavage at 12 houses since 2000. Over the last 24 months the median price was $100,000 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,250–$206,434, n=17). The auction record is $1,384,000 for Night (2007, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Night, 1999-2000 | Oil paint | $1,384,000 | Christie's | May 2007 |
| 2 | Studio, 2009 | Painting | $1,380,000 | Christie's | May 2022 |
| 3 | Northview (Impressionist Jacket), 2000 | Painting | $1,106,900 | Phillips | May 2022 |
| 4 | Couch, 2003 | Painting | $912,000 | Christie's | Nov 2006 |
| 5 | Déjà Vu, 2017 | Oil on linen | $812,800 | Sotheby's | Nov 2023 |
| 6 | The Mound, 2011 | Oil paint | $666,750 | Sotheby's | May 2024 |
| 7 | Wine and Cheese, 2017 | Oil paint | $482,600 | Christie's | Nov 2025 |
| 8 | Bad Habits, 1996 | Painting | $482,500 | Christie's | May 2009 |
| 9 | Sick Clown, 1999 | Oil paint | $441,000 | Christie's | Nov 2023 |
| 10 | Big Agnes, 1994 | Oil on linen | $384,000 | Christie's | Oct 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 45 | $108,000 |
| Works on paper | 28 | $21,590 |
| Prints | 42 | $1,985 |
| Other | 5 | $1,512 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 17 | $441,000 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 68 | $12,322 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 35 | $3,528 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 130 results from 12 houses · How we compute these figures
Lisa Yuskavage is an American artist with 160 auction lots recorded since 2000, median price $19,817. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Lisa Yuskavage sold in 2026 for $384,000, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 129 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Lisa Yuskavage work is $19,817.
The median Lisa Yuskavage print sells for $1,898 across 48 lots.
The median Lisa Yuskavage painting sells for $136,377 across 48 lots.
The median Lisa Yuskavage work on paper sells for $27,171 across 28 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Lisa Yuskavage prints typically sell for $826–$3,005 (the middle half of 27 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Lisa Yuskavage paintings typically sell for $27,578–$98,625 (the middle half of 23 sold lots).
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 54 | $1,898† | $12,128 | 88.9% | 2026-02-02 |
| Paintings | 51 | $136,377 | $1.4M | 94.1% | 2026-10-01 |
| Works on Paper | 35 | $27,171‡ | $170,100 | 80% | 2025-10-17 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $100,000 | $100,000 | — | 2025-11-20 |
| Photography | 4 | $2,222 | $2,540 | 75% | 2024-09-04 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 34 | $232,553 | $1.4M | — | 2026-10-01 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Lisa Yuskavage's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (54 lots) median $1,898 with 88.9% sell-through. Paintings (51 lots) median $136,377, record $1,384,000. A typical Lisa Yuskavage painting sells for around 72× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 34 lots) the median is $232,553.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 27 | $826–$3,005 | $1,170 | $12,128 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 20 | $1,521–$2,764† | $2,322† | $3,750 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 23 | $27,578–$98,625 | $50,400 | $237,106 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 8 | $121,500–$222,207 | $186,500 | $327,600 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 17 | $325,000–$812,800 | $482,500 | $1.4M |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 16 | $12,545–$39,775 | $17,885 | $124,622 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $25,000–$37,800 | $33,020 | $170,100 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2007 | $1.4M |
| Paintings | 2022 | $1.4M |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $170,100 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $153,552 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $100,000 |
| Prints & Editions | 2002 | $12,128 |
| Prints & Editions | 2012 | $9,296 |
| Photography | 2024 | $2,540 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Lisa Yuskavage worth?
Across 129 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Lisa Yuskavage work is $19,817. The median Lisa Yuskavage print sells for $1,898 across 48 lots. The median Lisa Yuskavage painting sells for $136,377 across 48 lots. The median Lisa Yuskavage work on paper sells for $27,171 across 28 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Lisa Yuskavage prints typically sell for $826–$3,005 (the middle half of 27 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Lisa Yuskavage paintings typically sell for $27,578–$98,625 (the middle half of 23 sold lots). Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Lisa Yuskavage print?
Based on 48 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Lisa Yuskavage print is $1,898. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Lisa Yuskavage's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Lisa Yuskavage print is $12,128.
What is the average price of a Lisa Yuskavage painting?
Based on 48 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Lisa Yuskavage painting is $136,377.
What is Lisa Yuskavage's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Lisa Yuskavage painting is $1,384,000.
What is the average price of a Lisa Yuskavage work on paper?
Based on 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Lisa Yuskavage work on paper is $27,171. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Lisa Yuskavage's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Lisa Yuskavage work on paper is $170,100.
What is the average price of a small Lisa Yuskavage print?
Based on 27 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Lisa Yuskavage print (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,170, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a small Lisa Yuskavage painting?
Based on 23 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Lisa Yuskavage painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $50,400, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Lisa Yuskavage's auction record?
Lisa Yuskavage's auction record is $1,384,000, set in 2007.
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