Michael Landy (b. 1963)
What is Michael Landy’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 49 auction results for Michael Landy at 14 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $782 including buyer’s premium (middle half $407–$1,965, n=12). The auction record is $28,796 for H.2.N.Y. Tinguely Machine Erases its own Construction in 27 Minutes (2015, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | H.2.N.Y. Tinguely Machine Erases its own Construction in 27 Minutes, 2007 | Oil paint | $28,796 | Christie's | Feb 2015 |
| 2 | Our Limit is That of the Desire and Imagination of the Human Mind, 1996 | Ink | $21,721 | Christie's | Apr 2007 |
| 3 | Anti-People Campaign Bin (From the Scrapheap Services Series) | — | $21,668 | Sotheby's | Dec 2007 |
| 4 | Scrapheap Services Helmet (From the Scrapheap Services Series) | — | $21,668 | Sotheby's | Dec 2007 |
| 5 | H.2.N.Y. Suicide Carriage Breaks Down on its Way to Maillols | Pencil, crayon and charcoal on paper | $18,472 | Sotheby's | Jun 2016 |
| 6 | H.2.N.Y. Homage to New York, 2007 | Oilstick on paper, in two parts | $18,343 | Christie's | Nov 2020 |
| 7 | We Leave the Scum With No Place to Hide (From the Scrapheap Services Series) | — | $14,020 | Sotheby's | Dec 2007 |
| 8 | We Love the Jobs You Hate (From the Scrapheap Services Series) | — | $14,020 | Sotheby's | Dec 2007 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nourishment, 2002 | Etchings on Hahnmuhle wove paper | $13,059 | Sotheby's | Jun 2024 |
| 2 | Nourishment, 1963 | Etching | $12,055 | Bonhams | Jul 2012 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 17 | $3,002 |
| Works on paper | 18 | $1,696 |
| Prints | 8 | $1,608 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 10 | $6,702 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 22 | $1,869 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $534 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 49 results from 14 houses · How we compute these figures
Michael Landy is a British (modern) artist with 68 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $1,900. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Michael Landy sold in 2026 for $3,092, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Michael Landy on OpeningBid →What is a Michael Landy work worth?
Across 49 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Michael Landy work is $1,900.
The median Michael Landy work on paper sells for $2,169 across 16 lots.
The median Michael Landy print sells for $737 across 14 lots.
The median Michael Landy painting sells for $4,096 across 4 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 | 16 | $737‡ | $13,059 | 87.5% | 2025-11-27 |
| Paintings | 4 | $4,096 | $28,796 | — | 2026-01-23 |
| Works on Paper | 20 | $2,169‡ | $21,721 | 80% | 2026-06-24 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $888 | $888 | — | 2021-06-14 |
| Photography | 3 | $1,600 | $1,849 | — | 2025-12-10 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $21,694 | $28,796 | — | 2015-02-12 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Michael Landy's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (16 lots) median $737 with 87.5% sell-through. Paintings (4 lots) median $4,096, record $28,796. A typical Michael Landy painting sells for around 5.6× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 4 lots) the median is $21,694.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $474–$804 | $695 | $3,002 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $461–$9,868‡ | $2,478‡ | $13,059 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $1,260–$2,315 | $1,468 | $21,721 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $8,303–$18,343 | $8,956 | $18,472 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2015 | $28,796 |
| Works on Paper | 2007 | $21,721 |
| Works on Paper | 2016 | $18,472 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $13,059 |
| Prints & Editions | 2012 | $12,055 |
| Paintings | 2021 | $5,100 |
| Photography | 2025 | $1,849 |
| Photography | 2023 | $1,600 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Michael Landy worth?
Across 49 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Michael Landy work is $1,900. The median Michael Landy work on paper sells for $2,169 across 16 lots. The median Michael Landy print sells for $737 across 14 lots. The median Michael Landy painting sells for $4,096 across 4 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Michael Landy work on paper?
Based on 16 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Michael Landy work on paper is $2,169. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Michael Landy's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Michael Landy work on paper is $21,721.
What is the average price of a Michael Landy print?
Based on 14 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Michael Landy print is $737. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Michael Landy's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Michael Landy print is $13,059.
What is Michael Landy's auction record?
Michael Landy's auction record is $28,796, set in 2015.
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