Norah McGuinness HRHA (1901–1980)
What is Norah McGuinness HRHA’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 81 auction results for Norah McGuinness HRHA at 3 houses since 2006. Over the last 24 months the median price was $4,564 including buyer’s premium (middle half $4,289–$7,167, n=7). The auction record is $10,750 for The Four Courts from the South Quays, Dublin (2025, James Adam Salesrooms). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Four Courts from the South Quays, Dublin, 1944 | Gouache | $10,750 | James Adam Salesrooms | Nov 2025 |
| 2 | The Weir, 1944 | Watercolour | $8,069 | James Adam Salesrooms | Sep 2018 |
| 3 | Still Life | Oil on board | $7,167 | James Adam Salesrooms | May 2026 |
| 4 | Black Tulips, 1943 | Gouache | $7,167 | James Adam Salesrooms | Jun 2026 |
| 5 | Portofino, 1948 | Pencil | $6,185 | Chiswick Auctions | Jul 2021 |
| 6 | Norah McGuinness HRHA (1901-1980) By the Pier, Ardmore, Co. Waterford Watercolour, 37.5 x 55cm (14¾ x 21¾'') Signed | Watercolour | $5,751 | James Adam Salesrooms | May 2017 |
| 7 | Still Life and Park Scene | Watercolour | $5,125 | James Adam Salesrooms | Dec 2019 |
| 8 | A Scene on the Grand Canal looking towards Rathmines, 1941 | Gouache | $4,564 | James Adam Salesrooms | Sep 2026 |
| 9 | The Nun's Cove | Gouache | $4,564 | James Adam Salesrooms | Sep 2026 |
| 10 | Still Life with Fruit | Oil on board | $4,013 | James Adam Salesrooms | May 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 6 | $5,590 |
| Works on paper | 7 | $4,564 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 6 | $5,375 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $4,564 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 81 results from 3 houses · How we compute these figures
Norah McGuinness HRHA is an Irish artist with 124 auction lots recorded since 2002, median price $4,888. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Norah McGuinness HRHA sold in 2026 for a hammer price of $5,678 (buyer's premium not included), according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 81 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Norah McGuinness HRHA work is $4,888.
The median Norah McGuinness HRHA painting sells for $6,377 across 6 lots.
The median Norah McGuinness HRHA work on paper sells for $4,726 across 4 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 | 15 | $6,377† | $10,750 | 40% | 2026-09-23 |
| Works on Paper | 12 | $4,726† | $6,185 | 33.3% | 2026-09-23 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $26,340† | $52,680† | — | 2020-12-07 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2025 | $10,750 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $7,167 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $6,185 |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $4,888† |
† 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 Norah McGuinness HRHA worth?
Across 81 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Norah McGuinness HRHA work is $4,888. The median Norah McGuinness HRHA painting sells for $6,377 across 6 lots. The median Norah McGuinness HRHA work on paper sells for $4,726 across 4 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Norah McGuinness HRHA painting?
Based on 6 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Norah McGuinness HRHA painting is $6,377. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Norah McGuinness HRHA's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Norah McGuinness HRHA painting is $10,750.
What is the average price of a Norah McGuinness HRHA work on paper?
Based on 4 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Norah McGuinness HRHA work on paper is $4,726. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Norah McGuinness HRHA's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Norah McGuinness HRHA work on paper is $6,185.
What is Norah McGuinness HRHA's auction record?
Norah McGuinness HRHA's auction record is $52,680, set in 2006. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $52,680 (buyer's premium not included).
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