Catherine Norman Clive (b. 1949)
What is Catherine Norman Clive’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 268 auction results for Catherine Norman Clive at 4 houses since 2018. Over the last 24 months the median price was $276 including buyer’s premium (middle half $203–$617, n=72). The auction record is $13,399 for Piscivorous (in two parts) (2026, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Piscivorous (in two parts), 1949 | Bronze | $13,399 | Bonhams | Oct 2026 |
| 2 | Lightman, 1949 | — | $10,719 | Bonhams | Oct 2026 |
| 3 | Snakes Alive, 1949 | — | $5,871 | Bonhams | Sep 2018 |
| 4 | Norman Clive Catherine (South Africa, 1949 - ), Axe Man | Bronze cast | $5,782 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | Mar 2025 |
| 5 | Norman Clive Catherine (South Africa, 1949 - ), Adam | — | $5,139 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | Mar 2025 |
| 6 | Norman Clive Catherine (South Africa, 1949 - ), Eve | — | $5,139 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | Mar 2025 |
| 7 | Norman Clive Catherine (South Africa, 1949 - ), Head to Toe | Bronze cast with black patina | $4,981 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | May 2026 |
| 8 | Norman Clive Catherine (South Africa, 1949 - ), Jung and Yang | Bronze cast | $4,626 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | May 2026 |
| 9 | Norman Clive Catherine (South Africa, 1949 - ), Penance I, 2001 | Bronze | $4,113 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | Sep 2024 |
| 10 | Right/Wrong | Bronze cast with verdigris patina | $3,959 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | Sep 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 20 | $1,250 |
| Prints | 7 | $286 |
| Other | 78 | $267 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $1,188 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 268 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Catherine Norman Clive is a South African artist with 101 auction lots recorded since 2018, median price $767. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Catherine Norman Clive sold in 2026 for $13,399, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Catherine Norman Clive on OpeningBid →What is a Catherine Norman Clive work worth?
Across 84 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Catherine Norman Clive work is $767.
The median Catherine Norman Clive sculpture sells for $1,188 across 11 lots.
The median Catherine Norman Clive painting sells for $602 across 1 lots.
The median Catherine Norman Clive print sells for $314 across 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2 | $314 | $406 | — | 2026-07-14 |
| Paintings | 2 | $602 | $602 | 50% | 2025-12-04 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 11 | $1,188 | $13,399 | — | 2026-10-21 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 14 | $5,104† | $13,399 | — | 2026-10-21 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Catherine Norman Clive's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (2 lots) median $314. Paintings (2 lots) median $602, record $602. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 14 lots) the median is $5,104.
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $1,062–$1,250 | $1,125 | $1,250 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $13,399 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2020 | $3,024 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $602 |
| Prints & Editions | 2020 | $406 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $223 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Catherine Norman Clive worth?
Across 84 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Catherine Norman Clive work is $767. The median Catherine Norman Clive sculpture sells for $1,188 across 11 lots. The median Catherine Norman Clive painting sells for $602 across 1 lots. The median Catherine Norman Clive print sells for $314 across 2 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Catherine Norman Clive sculpture?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Catherine Norman Clive sculpture is $1,188.
What is Catherine Norman Clive's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Catherine Norman Clive sculpture is $13,399.
What is Catherine Norman Clive's auction record?
Catherine Norman Clive's auction record is $13,399, set in 2026.
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