Martin Sharp (1942–2013)
What is Martin Sharp’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 359 auction results for Martin Sharp at 14 houses since 2006. Over the last 24 months the median price was $654 including buyer’s premium (middle half $305–$1,846, n=112). The auction record is $138,660 for VINCENT (2022, Deutscher and Hackett). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VINCENT, 1970 | Synthetic polymer paint on plastic | $138,660 | Deutscher and Hackett | Feb 2022 |
| 2 | ART GALAXY, 1991 | Synthetic polymer paint on plexiglass | $47,664 | Deutscher and Hackett | May 2022 |
| 3 | Vincent 23.12.1889, 1942 | Oil on canvas | $46,530 | Shapiro Auctioneers | May 2026 |
| 4 | Babylon the Great is Fallen, is Fallen. Revelation 18 v.2, 1942 | Acrylic on canvas | $39,372 | Shapiro Auctioneers | May 2026 |
| 5 | Pentecost, 1998 | Synthetic polymer paint on perspex | $34,374 | Shapiro Auctioneers | Sep 2025 |
| 6 | Ginger Meggs, 1979 | Synthetic polymer paint on canvas | $26,107 | Menzies Art Brands | Mar 2024 |
| 7 | Eternity, 1990 | Acrylic on mounted canvas | $21,476 | Shapiro Auctioneers | May 2026 |
| 8 | Regular Records, 1989 | — | $16,107 | Shapiro Auctioneers | May 2007 |
| 9 | Self Portrait, 1967 | Ink | $9,843 | Shapiro Auctioneers | May 2026 |
| 10 | Oh Christmas Tree, 1942 | Collage on paper | $8,053 | Shapiro Auctioneers | May 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 9 | $26,107 |
| Works on paper | 8 | $4,116 |
| Prints | 159 | $559 |
| Other | 15 | $538 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $811 |
| Large (over 120 cm) | 27 | $761 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 154 | $568 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 359 results from 14 houses · How we compute these figures
Martin Sharp is an Australian artist with 514 auction lots recorded since 2006, median price $653. 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 Martin Sharp sold in 2026 for $654, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Martin Sharp on OpeningBid →What is a Martin Sharp work worth?
Across 343 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Martin Sharp work is $653.
The median Martin Sharp print sells for $572 across 281 lots.
The median Martin Sharp work on paper sells for $2,202 across 15 lots.
The median Martin Sharp painting sells for $21,140 across 15 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Martin Sharp prints typically sell for $312–$1,165 (the middle half of 247 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 | 433 | $572†‡ | $39,457‡ | 64.9% | 2026-10-07 |
| Paintings | 17 | $21,140†‡ | $138,660 | 88.2% | 2026-05-05 |
| Works on Paper | 18 | $2,202† | $9,843 | 83.3% | 2026-05-05 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 3 | $2,684 | $3,937 | — | 2026-05-05 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 18 | $21,140†‡ | $138,660 | — | 2026-05-05 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Martin Sharp's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (433 lots) median $572 with 64.9% sell-through. Paintings (17 lots) median $21,140, record $138,660. A typical Martin Sharp painting sells for around 37× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 18 lots) the median is $21,140.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $727–$1,564† | $965† | $3,313† |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 247 | $312–$1,165†‡ | $559†‡ | $4,921 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 15 | $183–$707†‡ | $345†‡ | $39,457‡ |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large (over 120 cm) | 8 | $24,949–$64,634†‡ | $42,951†‡ | $138,660 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $1,393–$2,960† | $2,020† | $6,275† |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $1,593–$4,738† | $2,202† | $9,843 |
† 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 | 2022 | $138,660 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $115,543‡ |
| Prints & Editions | 2022 | $39,457‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $9,843 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $8,053 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $4,921 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $3,937 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $2,684 |
‡ 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 Martin Sharp worth?
Across 343 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Martin Sharp work is $653. The median Martin Sharp print sells for $572 across 281 lots. The median Martin Sharp work on paper sells for $2,202 across 15 lots. The median Martin Sharp painting sells for $21,140 across 15 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Martin Sharp prints typically sell for $312–$1,165 (the middle half of 247 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 Martin Sharp print?
Based on 281 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Martin Sharp print is $572. 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 Martin Sharp's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Martin Sharp print is $39,457. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a Martin Sharp work on paper?
Based on 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Martin Sharp work on paper is $2,202. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Martin Sharp's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Martin Sharp work on paper is $9,843.
What is the average price of a Martin Sharp painting?
Based on 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Martin Sharp painting is $21,140. 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 Martin Sharp's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Martin Sharp painting is $138,660.
What is the average price of a medium Martin Sharp print?
Based on 247 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Martin Sharp print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $559, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. 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 large Martin Sharp print?
Based on 15 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Martin Sharp print (large (over 120 cm)) is $345, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. 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 Martin Sharp's auction record?
Martin Sharp's auction record is $138,660, set in 2022.
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