Mary Merkel-Hess (b. 1949)
Mary Merkel-Hess is an American artist with 6 auction lots recorded since 2020, median price $1,919. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Mary Merkel-Hess sold in 2026 for $3,328, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Mary Merkel-Hess on OpeningBid →What is a Mary Merkel-Hess work worth?
Across 6 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Mary Merkel-Hess work is $1,919.
The median Mary Merkel-Hess work on paper sells for $2,080 across 2 lots.
The median Mary Merkel-Hess sculpture sells for $1,638 across 1 lots.
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2 | $2,080 | $3,328 | — | 2026-07-28 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $1,638 | $1,638 | — | 2024-06-19 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $3,328 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2024 | $1,638 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $832 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Mary Merkel-Hess worth?
Across 6 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Mary Merkel-Hess work is $1,919. The median Mary Merkel-Hess work on paper sells for $2,080 across 2 lots. The median Mary Merkel-Hess sculpture sells for $1,638 across 1 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Mary Merkel-Hess's auction record?
Mary Merkel-Hess's auction record is $3,328, set in 2026.
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