Manu Parekh (b. 1939)
What is Manu Parekh’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 95 auction results for Manu Parekh at 9 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $22,554 including buyer’s premium (middle half $8,945–$35,043, n=15). The auction record is $84,584 for Moonlight Flower Sutra (2026, AstaGuru Auction House). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moonlight Flower Sutra, 2020 | Acrylic on canvas | $84,584 | AstaGuru Auction House | Jun 2026 |
| 2 | Banaras, 2005 | Oil on canvas | $68,670 | Saffronart | Dec 2011 |
| 3 | He and She | Oil on canvas | $49,000 | Sotheby's | Mar 2008 |
| 4 | Monsoon At Assi Ghat, 2019 | Oil on canvas | $44,814 | AstaGuru Auction House | Apr 2025 |
| 5 | Festival at Temple of Benaras, 2004 | Acrylic on canvas | $41,915 | AstaGuru Auction House | Dec 2025 |
| 6 | The Warrior, 2005 | Oil on canvas | $35,084 | Saffronart | Sep 2026 |
| 7 | The Lonely Boat, 1991 | Pastel and gouache on paper | $35,002 | Pundole's | Mar 2026 |
| 8 | Moon Behind Trees, 2004 | Acrylic on canvas | $30,219 | AstaGuru Auction House | Jun 2026 |
| 9 | Benaras Series, 2012 | Oil on canvas | $28,317 | Pundole's | May 2024 |
| 10 | Weaver From Kalahandi, 2019 | Acrylic on canvas | $24,527 | AstaGuru Auction House | Apr 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 27 | $8,323 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $39,949 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 21 | $6,204 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 95 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Manu Parekh is an Indian artist with 135 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $599. 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 Manu Parekh sold in 2026 for $22,554, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 95 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Manu Parekh work is $599.
The median Manu Parekh painting sells for $259 across 70 lots.
The median Manu Parekh work on paper sells for $18,560 across 3 lots.
The median Manu Parekh sculpture sells for $89 across 1 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Manu Parekh paintings typically sell for $86–$5,405 (the middle half of 34 sold lots).
Large (over 120 cm) Manu Parekh paintings typically sell for $177–$490 (the middle half of 29 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 70 | $259†‡ | $68,670 | — | 2026-09-21 |
| Works on Paper | 4 | $18,560 | $35,002 | 75% | 2026-03-27 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $89† | $89† | — | 2024-02-23 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $49,000† | $84,584 | — | 2026-06-22 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 34 | $86–$5,405† | $217† | $22,554 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 29 | $177–$490† | $259† | $68,670 |
† 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 | 2011 | $68,670 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $35,084 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $35,002 |
| Works on Paper | 2008 | $2,117 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2024 | $89† |
† 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 Manu Parekh worth?
Across 95 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Manu Parekh work is $599. The median Manu Parekh painting sells for $259 across 70 lots. The median Manu Parekh work on paper sells for $18,560 across 3 lots. The median Manu Parekh sculpture sells for $89 across 1 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Manu Parekh paintings typically sell for $86–$5,405 (the middle half of 34 sold lots). Large (over 120 cm) Manu Parekh paintings typically sell for $177–$490 (the middle half of 29 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 Manu Parekh painting?
Based on 70 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Manu Parekh painting is $259. 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 Manu Parekh's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Manu Parekh painting is $68,670.
What is the average price of a medium Manu Parekh painting?
Based on 34 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Manu Parekh painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $217, 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 large Manu Parekh painting?
Based on 29 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Manu Parekh painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $259, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Manu Parekh's auction record?
Manu Parekh's auction record is $84,584, set in 2026.
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