Nathan Oliveira (1928–2010)
What is Nathan Oliveira’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 205 auction results for Nathan Oliveira at 19 houses since 1998. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,406 including buyer’s premium (middle half $654–$8,925, n=44). The auction record is $144,062 for Standing Woman with Long Hair (2021, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Standing Woman with Long Hair, 1959 | Painting | $144,062 | Bonhams | Sep 2021 |
| 2 | Untitled, Standing Figure #1, 1990 | Painting | $131,250 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Oct 2017 |
| 3 | Young Girl, 1928 | Oil on canvas | $89,400 | Bonhams | Sep 2026 |
| 4 | Swiss Site #5, 1928 | Oil on canvas | $72,500 | Bonhams | Apr 2017 |
| 5 | Site Figure with Stick | Oil on canvas | $67,000 | Sotheby's | Sep 2007 |
| 6 | Ryan 4, 1980 | Painting | $63,750 | Bonhams | Oct 2017 |
| 7 | Figure Three, 1982 | Bronze | $62,500 | Bonhams | Apr 2013 |
| 8 | Yucatan Sequence (Figure 2), 1982 | Painting | $50,312 | Bonhams | Sep 2021 |
| 9 | Figure Four, 1983 | Bronze | $48,000 | Bonhams | May 2019 |
| 10 | Ryan Figure #4, 1981 | Oil on canvas | $47,880 | Christie's | Jul 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 8 | $25,288 |
| Paintings | 45 | $20,400 |
| Other | 11 | $3,125 |
| Works on paper | 63 | $2,640 |
| Prints | 72 | $1,063 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 25 | $35,075 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 95 | $3,187 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 66 | $1,442 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 205 results from 19 houses · How we compute these figures
Nathan Oliveira is an American artist with 258 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $3,000. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Nathan Oliveira sold in 2026 for $89,400, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 203 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Nathan Oliveira work is $3,000.
The median Nathan Oliveira print sells for $1,073 across 76 lots.
The median Nathan Oliveira painting sells for $9,962 across 64 lots.
The median Nathan Oliveira work on paper sells for $3,000 across 41 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Nathan Oliveira prints typically sell for $600–$3,312 (the middle half of 51 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Nathan Oliveira prints typically sell for $506–$1,119 (the middle half of 24 sold 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 87 | $1,073† | $20,312 | 87.4% | 2026-09-17 |
| Paintings | 78 | $9,962† | $144,062 | 82.1% | 2026-03-04 |
| Works on Paper | 51 | $3,000 | $30,600 | 80.4% | 2026-08-18 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 7 | $25,075 | $62,500 | — | 2026-03-25 |
| Photography | 3 | $350 | $635 | — | 2025-06-17 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 11 | $63,750 | $144,062 | — | 2026-09-17 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Nathan Oliveira's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (87 lots) median $1,073 with 87.4% sell-through. Paintings (78 lots) median $9,962, record $144,062. A typical Nathan Oliveira painting sells for around 9.3× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 11 lots) the median is $63,750.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 24 | $506–$1,119 | $791 | $2,805 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 51 | $600–$3,312† | $1,125† | $20,312 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 18 | $2,342–$7,050† | $4,720† | $17,812 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 22 | $4,281–$14,462† | $8,350† | $27,500 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 23 | $20,460–$49,096 | $35,075 | $144,062 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 18 | $1,159–$3,472 | $1,750 | $7,500 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 21 | $2,550–$6,250 | $3,200 | $30,600 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2021 | $144,062 |
| Paintings | 2017 | $131,250 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2013 | $62,500 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2019 | $48,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $30,600 |
| Prints & Editions | 2022 | $20,312 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $12,500 |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $12,000 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Nathan Oliveira worth?
Across 203 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Nathan Oliveira work is $3,000. The median Nathan Oliveira print sells for $1,073 across 76 lots. The median Nathan Oliveira painting sells for $9,962 across 64 lots. The median Nathan Oliveira work on paper sells for $3,000 across 41 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Nathan Oliveira prints typically sell for $600–$3,312 (the middle half of 51 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Nathan Oliveira prints typically sell for $506–$1,119 (the middle half of 24 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Nathan Oliveira print?
Based on 76 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Nathan Oliveira print is $1,073. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Nathan Oliveira's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Nathan Oliveira print is $20,312.
What is the average price of a Nathan Oliveira painting?
Based on 64 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Nathan Oliveira painting is $9,962. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Nathan Oliveira's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Nathan Oliveira painting is $144,062.
What is the average price of a Nathan Oliveira work on paper?
Based on 41 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Nathan Oliveira work on paper is $3,000.
What is Nathan Oliveira's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Nathan Oliveira work on paper is $30,600.
What is the average price of a medium Nathan Oliveira print?
Based on 51 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Nathan Oliveira print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,125, 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 small Nathan Oliveira print?
Based on 24 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Nathan Oliveira print (small (under 50 cm)) is $791, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Nathan Oliveira's auction record?
Nathan Oliveira's auction record is $144,062, set in 2021.
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