Nigel Cooke (b. 1973)
What is Nigel Cooke’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 58 auction results for Nigel Cooke at 9 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $4,526 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,383–$19,200, n=10). The auction record is $233,000 for Siren (2015, Phillips). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Siren | Oil paint | $233,000 | Phillips | May 2015 |
| 2 | In Da Club - Me Time, 2010 | Painting | $154,922 | Phillips | Jun 2015 |
| 3 | Silva Morosa, 2002 | Oil paint | $138,600 | Christie's | Nov 2022 |
| 4 | Dark Sun | — | $91,065 | Sotheby's | Jun 2007 |
| 5 | The Winner, 2009 | Oil paint | $85,662 | Phillips | Jul 2014 |
| 6 | Storm with Shattered Tree, 2012 | Oil paint | $71,098 | Phillips | Jul 2020 |
| 7 | The New Moderns, 2012 | Oil paint | $60,000 | Phillips | Nov 2018 |
| 8 | Departure, Triptyque, 1973 | Oil paint | $44,792 | PIASA | Jul 2026 |
| 9 | I Am Time, 2009 | Painting | $44,450 | Phillips | May 2024 |
| 10 | Gifts of the Garden, 2004 | Oil paint | $43,750 | Phillips | May 2019 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 30 | $18,975 |
| Other | 10 | $11,336 |
| Works on paper | 13 | $3,648 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 23 | $28,719 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 20 | $4,308 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 10 | $4,188 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 58 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Nigel Cooke is a British (modern) artist with 78 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $9,627.
A work by Nigel Cooke sold in 2026 for $19,200, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 58 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Nigel Cooke work is $9,627.
The median Nigel Cooke painting sells for $18,750 across 38 lots.
The median Nigel Cooke work on paper sells for $4,188 across 12 lots.
The median Nigel Cooke sculpture sells for $7,955 across 2 lots.
Large (over 120 cm) Nigel Cooke paintings typically sell for $19,200–$44,792 (the middle half of 21 sold lots).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 1 | $3,387 | $3,387 | — | 2025-10-22 |
| Paintings | 48 | $18,750 | $233,000 | 79.2% | 2026-07-07 |
| Works on Paper | 18 | $4,188 | $13,045 | 66.7% | 2025-06-24 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2 | $7,955 | $14,410 | — | 2022-07-17 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $154,922 | $233,000 | — | 2022-11-18 |
Nigel Cooke's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (1 lots) median $3,387. Paintings (48 lots) median $18,750, record $233,000. A typical Nigel Cooke painting sells for around 5.5× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 3 lots) the median is $154,922.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 13 | $1,863–$5,693 | $4,241 | $13,680 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 21 | $19,200–$44,792 | $28,719 | $233,000 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $3,000–$4,375 | $4,375 | $5,532 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $3,681–$4,591 | $3,890 | $13,045 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2015 | $233,000 |
| Paintings | 2015 | $154,922 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2020 | $14,410 |
| Works on Paper | 2010 | $13,045 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $6,209 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $3,387 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2022 | $1,500 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Nigel Cooke worth?
Across 58 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Nigel Cooke work is $9,627. The median Nigel Cooke painting sells for $18,750 across 38 lots. The median Nigel Cooke work on paper sells for $4,188 across 12 lots. The median Nigel Cooke sculpture sells for $7,955 across 2 lots. Large (over 120 cm) Nigel Cooke paintings typically sell for $19,200–$44,792 (the middle half of 21 sold lots).
What is the average price of a Nigel Cooke painting?
Based on 38 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Nigel Cooke painting is $18,750.
What is Nigel Cooke's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Nigel Cooke painting is $233,000.
What is the average price of a Nigel Cooke work on paper?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Nigel Cooke work on paper is $4,188.
What is Nigel Cooke's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Nigel Cooke work on paper is $13,045.
What is the average price of a large Nigel Cooke painting?
Based on 21 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Nigel Cooke painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $28,719, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a small Nigel Cooke painting?
Based on 13 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Nigel Cooke painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $4,241, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Nigel Cooke's auction record?
Nigel Cooke's auction record is $233,000, set in 2015.
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