Maud Sumner (1902–1985)
What is Maud Sumner’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 159 auction results for Maud Sumner at 6 houses since 2009. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,396 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,005–$7,045, n=36). The auction record is $30,231 for Namibian Desert Scene (2011, Strauss and Co). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Namibian Desert Scene | Oil on canvas | $30,231 | Strauss and Co | May 2011 |
| 2 | Dorothy | Oil on canvas | $17,725 | Strauss and Co | Jun 2026 |
| 3 | A Night Sky | Oil on canvas laid down on board | $12,729 | Strauss and Co | May 2011 |
| 4 | Still Life with Nude Figure and Vases of Flowers | Oil on canvas | $12,640 | Strauss and Co | Jul 2025 |
| 5 | Dorothy | Oil on canvas | $12,188 | Capsule Gallery Auction | Sep 2018 |
| 6 | The Magus | Oil on canvas | $10,768 | Strauss and Co | May 2026 |
| 7 | Arrangement with Poppies in a Jug | Oil on canvas | $10,202 | Strauss and Co | May 2024 |
| 8 | Still Life with Coffee Pot | Oil on canvas | $9,972 | Strauss and Co | Sep 2024 |
| 9 | French Citadel | Oil on canvas | $9,565 | Strauss and Co | May 2024 |
| 10 | View of the Thames | Oil on canvas | $9,314 | Strauss and Co | Jul 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 30 | $7,104 |
| Works on paper | 25 | $1,468 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 37 | $4,122 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $2,432 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 159 results from 6 houses · How we compute these figures
Maud Sumner is a South African artist with 206 auction lots recorded since 2009, median price $3,514. 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 Maud Sumner sold in 2026 for $3,959, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 150 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Maud Sumner work is $3,514.
The median Maud Sumner work on paper sells for $1,490 across 82 lots.
The median Maud Sumner painting sells for $6,987 across 58 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Maud Sumner paintings typically sell for $4,990–$10,344 (the middle half of 24 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Maud Sumner work on papers typically sell for $1,135–$3,124 (the middle half of 21 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 | 60 | $6,987† | $30,231 | 96.7% | 2026-06-23 |
| Works on Paper | 84 | $1,490‡ | $7,694 | 97.6% | 2026-04-29 |
| Photography | 1 | — | — | — | 2016-09-26 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $15,227 | $30,231 | — | 2026-06-23 |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $1,691–$2,529 | $2,280 | $5,246 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 24 | $4,990–$10,344† | $8,105† | $30,231 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $1,065–$3,129 | $1,594 | $5,450 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 21 | $1,135–$3,124‡ | $1,654‡ | $7,694 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2011 | $30,231 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $17,725 |
| Works on Paper | 2011 | $7,694 |
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $5,450 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Maud Sumner worth?
Across 150 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Maud Sumner work is $3,514. The median Maud Sumner work on paper sells for $1,490 across 82 lots. The median Maud Sumner painting sells for $6,987 across 58 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Maud Sumner paintings typically sell for $4,990–$10,344 (the middle half of 24 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Maud Sumner work on papers typically sell for $1,135–$3,124 (the middle half of 21 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 Maud Sumner work on paper?
Based on 82 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Maud Sumner work on paper is $1,490. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Maud Sumner's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Maud Sumner work on paper is $7,694.
What is the average price of a Maud Sumner painting?
Based on 58 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Maud Sumner painting is $6,987. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Maud Sumner's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Maud Sumner painting is $30,231.
What is the average price of a medium Maud Sumner painting?
Based on 24 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Maud Sumner painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $8,105, 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 medium Maud Sumner work on paper?
Based on 21 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Maud Sumner work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,654, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Maud Sumner's auction record?
Maud Sumner's auction record is $30,231, set in 2011.
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