Nils Andersen (1897–1972)
What is Nils Andersen’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 36 auction results for Nils Andersen at 3 houses since 2009. Over the last 24 months the median price was $182 including buyer’s premium (middle half $56–$317, n=11). The auction record is $1,923 for Cape Homestead in Autumn (2013, Strauss and Co). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cape Homestead in Autumn | Oil on board | $1,923 | Strauss and Co | May 2013 |
| 2 | Extensive Landscape with Huts and Coral Tree | Oil on board | $628 | Strauss and Co | Oct 2025 |
| 3 | The Fishermen | Oil on canvas laid down on board | $432 | Strauss and Co | Aug 2025 |
| 4 | Landscape with Labourers and Blue Gum Trees | Oil on canvas laid down on board | $365 | Strauss and Co | Jan 2026 |
| 5 | Extensive Landscape | Watercolour on paper laid down on board | $270 | Strauss and Co | Mar 2026 |
| 6 | Ships in Dock | Watercolour on paper | $213 | Strauss and Co | Mar 2026 |
| 7 | Nils Andersen (South Africa, 1897 - 1972), Cape Dutch House with Tree | Oil on board | $182 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | Sep 2025 |
| 8 | Inchanga, Natal | Pencil and pastel | $153 | Strauss and Co | Feb 2016 |
| 9 | Nils Andersen (South Africa, 1897 - 1972), Cape Dutch Cottage with Tree | Oil on canvas mounted on board | $135 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | Sep 2025 |
| 10 | Nils Andersen (South Africa, 1897 - 1972), Rondawels and Mountains | Watercolour on paper | $57 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | May 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 5 | $432 |
| Works on paper | 7 | $57 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 5 | $432 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 36 results from 3 houses · How we compute these figures
Nils Andersen is a South African artist with 45 auction lots recorded since 2009, median price $270. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Nils Andersen sold in 2026 for $270, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Nils Andersen work is $270.
The median Nils Andersen painting sells for $530 across 16 lots.
The median Nils Andersen work on paper sells for $213 across 5 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 | 17 | $530 | $1,923 | 94.1% | 2026-01-12 |
| Works on Paper | 7 | $213 | $270 | 71.4% | 2026-03-25 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $530–$1,421 | $766 | $1,963 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2017 | $1,963 |
| Paintings | 2013 | $1,923 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $270 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $213 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Nils Andersen worth?
Across 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Nils Andersen work is $270. The median Nils Andersen painting sells for $530 across 16 lots. The median Nils Andersen work on paper sells for $213 across 5 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Nils Andersen painting?
Based on 16 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Nils Andersen painting is $530.
What is Nils Andersen's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Nils Andersen painting is $1,923.
What is Nils Andersen's auction record?
Nils Andersen's auction record is $1,923, set in 2013.
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