Nora Heysen (1911–2003)
What is Nora Heysen’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 88 auction results for Nora Heysen at 8 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $15,956 including buyer’s premium (middle half $13,092–$20,927, n=11). The auction record is $77,997 for Still Life Study (2026, Deutscher and Hackett). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Still Life Study, 1931 | Oil on canvas | $77,997 | Deutscher and Hackett | Jun 2026 |
| 2 | Still Life, 1939 | Oil on canvas | $47,754 | Christie's | Aug 2004 |
| 3 | Zinnias and Fruit, 1932 | Oil on canvas | $45,693 | Menzies Art Brands | Jun 2024 |
| 4 | CAMELLIAS AND MIXED FLOWERS IN A DELFT VASE | Oil on canvas on board | $28,599 | Deutscher and Hackett | Dec 2021 |
| 5 | Still Life, 1911 | Oil paint | $26,290 | Christie's | May 2004 |
| 6 | Freesias, 1985 | Oil on canvas | $25,999 | Deutscher and Hackett | Jun 2026 |
| 7 | SPRING BOUQUET, 1956 | Oil on canvas on board | $25,594 | Deutscher and Hackett | Apr 2011 |
| 8 | FLORAL STILL LIFE, 1932 | Oil on canvas | $24,266 | Deutscher and Hackett | Jul 2020 |
| 9 | Floral Still Life, 1931 | Oil on canvas | $24,137 | Deutscher and Hackett | Jul 2020 |
| 10 | STILL LIFE, c.1937 | Oil on board | $21,055 | Deutscher and Hackett | Jun 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 24 | $16,343 |
| Works on paper | 9 | $415 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 11 | $24,266 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 21 | $10,471 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 88 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
Nora Heysen is an Australian artist with 99 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $10,060. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Nora Heysen sold in 2026 for $20,799, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Nora Heysen on OpeningBid →What is a Nora Heysen work worth?
Across 76 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Nora Heysen work is $10,060.
The median Nora Heysen painting sells for $16,730 across 52 lots.
The median Nora Heysen work on paper sells for $653 across 23 lots.
The median Nora Heysen print sells for $226 across 1 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Nora Heysen paintings typically sell for $8,950–$23,963 (the middle half of 26 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Nora Heysen paintings typically sell for $9,577–$26,225 (the middle half of 22 sold lots).
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 3 | $226† | $226† | 33.3% | 2016-05-17 |
| Paintings | 64 | $16,730†‡ | $77,997 | 81.3% | 2026-06-17 |
| Works on Paper | 29 | $653†‡ | $9,732† | 79.3% | 2024-08-24 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $62,035†‡ | $77,997 | — | 2026-06-17 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Nora Heysen's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (3 lots) median $226 with 33.3% sell-through. Paintings (64 lots) median $16,730, record $77,997. A typical Nora Heysen painting sells for around 74× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 5 lots) the median is $62,035.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 26 | $8,950–$23,963†‡ | $16,413†‡ | $62,035† |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 22 | $9,577–$26,225†‡ | $19,644†‡ | $77,997 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 19 | $403–$1,331†‡ | $759†‡ | $8,613 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2026 | $77,997 |
| Paintings | 2021 | $64,327‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $9,732† |
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $8,613 |
| Prints & Editions | 2016 | $226† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Nora Heysen worth?
Across 76 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Nora Heysen work is $10,060. The median Nora Heysen painting sells for $16,730 across 52 lots. The median Nora Heysen work on paper sells for $653 across 23 lots. The median Nora Heysen print sells for $226 across 1 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Nora Heysen paintings typically sell for $8,950–$23,963 (the middle half of 26 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Nora Heysen paintings typically sell for $9,577–$26,225 (the middle half of 22 sold lots). Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Nora Heysen painting?
Based on 52 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Nora Heysen painting is $16,730. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Nora Heysen's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Nora Heysen painting is $77,997.
What is the average price of a Nora Heysen work on paper?
Based on 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Nora Heysen work on paper is $653. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Nora Heysen's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Nora Heysen work on paper is $9,732. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $9,732 (buyer's premium not included).
What is the average price of a small Nora Heysen painting?
Based on 26 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Nora Heysen painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $16,413, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a medium Nora Heysen painting?
Based on 22 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Nora Heysen painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $19,644, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Nora Heysen's auction record?
Nora Heysen's auction record is $77,997, set in 2026.
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