Nikos Kessanlis (1930–2004)
What is Nikos Kessanlis’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 18 auction results for Nikos Kessanlis at 7 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $18,062 including buyer’s premium (middle half $11,448–$19,598, n=7). The auction record is $39,183 for Vecchio Re (2023, Cornette de Saint Cyr (Bonhams)). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vecchio Re, 1958 | Huile sur toile | $39,183 | Cornette de Saint Cyr (Bonhams) | Nov 2023 |
| 2 | Paesaggio azzurro, 1956 | Oil paint | $36,942 | Christie's | Jun 2017 |
| 3 | Sans titre / La fête | Photographic image processed on canvas | $36,784 | Cornette de Saint Cyr (Bonhams) | May 2025 |
| 4 | EITZ | Huile, collage et image photographique traitée sur toile | $33,586 | Cornette de Saint Cyr (Bonhams) | Nov 2023 |
| 5 | Nature morte, 1956 | Huile sur toile | $31,066 | Cornette de Saint Cyr (Bonhams) | Apr 2024 |
| 6 | L'animale blu, 1957 | Huile sur toile | $19,837 | Cornette de Saint Cyr (Bonhams) | May 2026 |
| 7 | Abstrait, 1960 | Technique mixte sur toile | $19,360 | Cornette de Saint Cyr (Bonhams) | May 2025 |
| 8 | Pittura | Huile sur toile | $18,062 | Cornette de Saint Cyr (Bonhams) | Nov 2024 |
| 9 | Terra Incontro, 1960 | Huile et technique mixte sur toile | $13,866 | Cornette de Saint Cyr (Bonhams) | Nov 2025 |
| 10 | L'artiste (Manolis Calliyannis), 1965 | Processed photographic image on canvas | $13,061 | Cornette de Saint Cyr (Bonhams) | Nov 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 11 | $18,062 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $25,824 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 7 | $13,061 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 18 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
Nikos Kessanlis is a Greek artist with 42 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $13,866.
A work by Nikos Kessanlis sold in 2026 for $19,837, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Nikos Kessanlis work is $13,866.
The median Nikos Kessanlis painting sells for $19,837 across 10 lots.
The median Nikos Kessanlis work on paper sells for $7,935 across 1 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Paintings | 15 | $19,837 | $39,183 | 66.7% | 2026-05-20 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | $7,935 | $7,935 | — | 2026-05-20 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2023 | $39,183 |
| Paintings | 2017 | $36,942 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $7,935 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Nikos Kessanlis worth?
Across 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Nikos Kessanlis work is $13,866. The median Nikos Kessanlis painting sells for $19,837 across 10 lots. The median Nikos Kessanlis work on paper sells for $7,935 across 1 lots.
What is the average price of a Nikos Kessanlis painting?
Based on 10 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Nikos Kessanlis painting is $19,837.
What is Nikos Kessanlis's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Nikos Kessanlis painting is $39,183.
What is Nikos Kessanlis's auction record?
Nikos Kessanlis's auction record is $39,183, set in 2023.
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