Nerine Desmond (1908–1993)
Nerine Desmond is a South African artist with 37 auction lots recorded since 2009, median price $463. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Nerine Desmond sold in 2025 for $1,277, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Nerine Desmond on OpeningBid →What is a Nerine Desmond work worth?
Across 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Nerine Desmond work is $463.
The median Nerine Desmond painting sells for $986 across 11 lots.
The median Nerine Desmond work on paper sells for $400 across 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 11 | $986 | $5,569 | — | 2025-12-08 |
| Works on Paper | 9 | $400† | $448† | — | 2026-05-27 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2011 | $5,569 |
| Paintings | 2017 | $1,357 |
| Works on Paper | 2011 | $448† |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $353 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Nerine Desmond worth?
Across 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Nerine Desmond work is $463. The median Nerine Desmond painting sells for $986 across 11 lots. The median Nerine Desmond work on paper sells for $400 across 9 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Nerine Desmond painting?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Nerine Desmond painting is $986.
What is Nerine Desmond's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Nerine Desmond painting is $5,569.
What is Nerine Desmond's auction record?
Nerine Desmond's auction record is $5,569, set in 2011.
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