Marcus Harvey (b. 1963)
What is Marcus Harvey’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 21 auction results for Marcus Harvey at 8 houses since 1998. Over the last 24 months the median price was $734 including buyer’s premium (middle half $363–$942, n=7). The auction record is $31,864 for Golden Showers (2010, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Golden Showers, 1993 | Acrylic paint | $31,864 | Christie's | Jul 2010 |
| 2 | My Arse Is Yours | Oil on canvas | $18,063 | Sotheby's | Oct 2010 |
| 3 | Kinky Kitchen, 1994 | Acrylic paint | $17,127 | Christie's | Oct 2014 |
| 4 | Tinkywinky, 2002 | Oil paint | $5,235 | Phillips | Jul 2021 |
| 5 | Football, 2006 | Oil paint | $5,065 | Phillips | Dec 2016 |
| 6 | Woman Shaving, 2002 | Oil paint | $4,987 | Phillips | Dec 2021 |
| 7 | EXPLODING LILLY, 1998 | Oil on canvas | $2,000 | Sotheby's | Jul 2019 |
| 8 | Sandcastles | Stoneware ceramics | $1,075 | Roseberys London | Sep 2025 |
| 9 | Sandcastles | Stoneware ceramics | $1,034 | Roseberys London | Nov 2025 |
| 10 | Maggie, 2013 | Digital pigment print | $1,029 | Roseberys London | Nov 2017 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 8 | $5,026 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 10 | $5,026 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $456 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 21 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
Marcus Harvey is a British (modern) artist with 35 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $1,032. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Marcus Harvey sold in 2025 for $1,034, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Marcus Harvey on OpeningBid →What is a Marcus Harvey work worth?
Across 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Marcus Harvey work is $1,032.
The median Marcus Harvey painting sells for $5,150 across 9 lots.
The median Marcus Harvey print sells for $456 across 5 lots.
The median Marcus Harvey sculpture sells for $324 across 2 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 | 6 | $456 | $1,029 | 83.3% | 2026-10-07 |
| Paintings | 12 | $5,150 | $31,864 | 75% | 2021-12-09 |
| Works on Paper | 2 | $1,085‡ | $1,436‡ | — | 2026-03-31 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2 | $324 | $377 | — | 2026-04-28 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Marcus Harvey's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (6 lots) median $456 with 83.3% sell-through. Paintings (12 lots) median $5,150, record $31,864. A typical Marcus Harvey painting sells for around 11× the price of a typical print.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large (over 120 cm) | 8 | $4,240–$17,361 | $5,150 | $31,864 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2010 | $31,864 |
| Paintings | 2010 | $18,063 |
| Works on Paper | 2013 | $1,436‡ |
| Prints & Editions | 2017 | $1,029 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $734 |
| Prints & Editions | 2018 | $509 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $377 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $270 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Marcus Harvey worth?
Across 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Marcus Harvey work is $1,032. The median Marcus Harvey painting sells for $5,150 across 9 lots. The median Marcus Harvey print sells for $456 across 5 lots. The median Marcus Harvey sculpture sells for $324 across 2 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Marcus Harvey painting?
Based on 9 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Marcus Harvey painting is $5,150.
What is Marcus Harvey's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Marcus Harvey painting is $31,864.
What is Marcus Harvey's auction record?
Marcus Harvey's auction record is $31,864, set in 2010.
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