Norman Lewis (1909–1979)
What is Norman Lewis’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 240 auction results for Norman Lewis at 9 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $18,425 including buyer’s premium (middle half $6,017–$25,938, n=14). The auction record is $1,714,000 for Evening Rhapsody (2021, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Evening Rhapsody, 1955 | Oil paint | $1,714,000 | Sotheby's | May 2021 |
| 2 | Gathering, 1956 | Oil paint | $1,270,000 | Sotheby's | Apr 2023 |
| 3 | Abstract City, 1950 | Oil paint | $1,119,000 | Phillips | Jun 2021 |
| 4 | Untitled (oil on linen canvas), 1958 | Oil on linen | $965,000 | Swann Auction Galleries | Dec 2015 |
| 5 | Untitled (Gathering), 1955 | Painting | $819,375 | Bonhams | Nov 2022 |
| 6 | White on Beige, 1949 | Oil on canvas | $762,000 | Sotheby's | May 2024 |
| 7 | Untitled (oil on linen), 1956 | Oil on linen | $725,000 | Swann Auction Galleries | Apr 2018 |
| 8 | Eye of the Storm, 1973 | Oil paint | $604,800 | Phillips | May 2022 |
| 9 | Untitled (oil on linen), 1957 | Oil on linen | $581,000 | Swann Auction Galleries | Oct 2013 |
| 10 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1967 | Oil paint | $567,000 | Phillips | Nov 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 113 | $37,500 |
| Other | 8 | $22,500 |
| Works on paper | 83 | $15,000 |
| Prints | 34 | $4,500 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 29 | $312,000 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 139 | $25,000 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 69 | $4,750 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 240 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Norman Lewis is an American artist with 300 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $19,350. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Norman Lewis sold in 2026 for $38,700, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Norman Lewis on OpeningBid →What is a Norman Lewis work worth?
Across 239 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Norman Lewis work is $19,350.
The median Norman Lewis painting sells for $37,500 across 113 lots.
The median Norman Lewis work on paper sells for $16,250 across 81 lots.
The median Norman Lewis print sells for $4,360 across 36 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Norman Lewis paintings typically sell for $15,000–$47,625 (the middle half of 76 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Norman Lewis work on papers typically sell for $15,000–$35,000 (the middle half of 53 sold 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 | 39 | $4,360 | $18,750 | 92.3% | 2026-10-01 |
| Paintings | 125 | $37,500† | $1.7M | 90.4% | 2026-02-28 |
| Works on Paper | 87 | $16,250 | $143,750 | 93.1% | 2026-04-02 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 32 | $317,000 | $1.7M | — | 2024-10-01 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Norman Lewis's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (39 lots) median $4,360 with 92.3% sell-through. Paintings (125 lots) median $37,500, record $1,714,000. A typical Norman Lewis painting sells for around 8.6× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 32 lots) the median is $317,000.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 33 | $3,000–$5,520 | $4,320 | $18,750 |
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $6,812–$34,510 | $20,000 | $149,000 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 76 | $15,000–$47,625† | $26,875† | $439,500 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 29 | $101,600–$604,800 | $312,000 | $1.7M |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 27 | $3,500–$12,250 | $5,000 | $37,500 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 53 | $15,000–$35,000 | $23,750 | $143,750 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2021 | $1.7M |
| Paintings | 2023 | $1.3M |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $143,750 |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $137,500 |
| Prints & Editions | 2017 | $18,750 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $11,875 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Norman Lewis worth?
Across 239 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Norman Lewis work is $19,350. The median Norman Lewis painting sells for $37,500 across 113 lots. The median Norman Lewis work on paper sells for $16,250 across 81 lots. The median Norman Lewis print sells for $4,360 across 36 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Norman Lewis paintings typically sell for $15,000–$47,625 (the middle half of 76 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Norman Lewis work on papers typically sell for $15,000–$35,000 (the middle half of 53 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Norman Lewis painting?
Based on 113 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Norman Lewis painting is $37,500. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Norman Lewis's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Norman Lewis painting is $1,714,000.
What is the average price of a Norman Lewis work on paper?
Based on 81 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Norman Lewis work on paper is $16,250.
What is Norman Lewis's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Norman Lewis work on paper is $143,750.
What is the average price of a Norman Lewis print?
Based on 36 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Norman Lewis print is $4,360.
What is Norman Lewis's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Norman Lewis print is $18,750.
What is the average price of a medium Norman Lewis painting?
Based on 76 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Norman Lewis painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $26,875, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a medium Norman Lewis work on paper?
Based on 53 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Norman Lewis work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $23,750, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Norman Lewis's auction record?
Norman Lewis's auction record is $1,714,000, set in 2021.
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