Patrick Hayman (1915–1988)
What is Patrick Hayman’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 86 auction results for Patrick Hayman at 13 houses since 1998. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,781 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,428–$2,251, n=10). The auction record is $8,910 for Battleship Potemkin (2010, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Battleship Potemkin, 1980 | Oil on canvas | $8,910 | Christie's | Oct 2010 |
| 2 | The Fisherman, 1962 | Oil paint | $8,406 | Christie's | Oct 2012 |
| 3 | wellington harbour | — | $6,189 | Sotheby's | Jun 2007 |
| 4 | The Circus of Infinity, 1915 | Oil paint | $6,046 | Christie's | Aug 2005 |
| 5 | Patrick Hayman (1915-1988) By the Waterfront (Harbour with Ships and Tugs), 1980 | Oil on canvasboard | $5,282 | Woolley and Wallis | Jun 2023 |
| 6 | The Dancer | Oil on canvas | $5,148 | Christie's | Oct 2010 |
| 7 | Wellington Harbour, New Zealand | Oil on board | $4,357 | Sworders | Apr 2021 |
| 8 | Girl Playing Tennis, 1915 | Oil paint | $4,103 | Christie's | Aug 2005 |
| 9 | The Adoration of the Magi, 1915 | Painting | $3,811 | Bonhams | Nov 2022 |
| 10 | ▲ Patrick Hayman (1915-1988), 1915 | Oil on board | $3,785 | Sworders | Apr 2021 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 7 | $3,785 |
| Paintings | 51 | $1,782 |
| Works on paper | 13 | $879 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 20 | $2,574 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 47 | $1,387 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 86 results from 13 houses · How we compute these figures
Patrick Hayman is a British (modern) artist with 104 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $1,506. 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 Patrick Hayman sold in 2026 for $2,676, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Patrick Hayman on OpeningBid →What is a Patrick Hayman work worth?
Across 86 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Patrick Hayman work is $1,506.
The median Patrick Hayman painting sells for $1,786 across 62 lots.
The median Patrick Hayman work on paper sells for $669 across 15 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Patrick Hayman paintings typically sell for $803–$2,298 (the middle half of 40 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Patrick Hayman paintings typically sell for $1,547–$3,884 (the middle half of 20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 66 | $1,786†‡ | $8,910 | 93.9% | 2026-06-02 |
| Works on Paper | 17 | $669‡ | $6,046 | 88.2% | 2025-09-09 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $6,189 | $8,910 | — | 2023-06-07 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 40 | $803–$2,298†‡ | $1,501†‡ | $4,357 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 20 | $1,547–$3,884†‡ | $2,587†‡ | $8,910 |
† 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) | 11 | $301–$952‡ | $546‡ | $1,386 |
‡ 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 | 2010 | $8,910 |
| Paintings | 2012 | $8,406 |
| Works on Paper | 2005 | $6,046 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $1,402 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Patrick Hayman worth?
Across 86 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Patrick Hayman work is $1,506. The median Patrick Hayman painting sells for $1,786 across 62 lots. The median Patrick Hayman work on paper sells for $669 across 15 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Patrick Hayman paintings typically sell for $803–$2,298 (the middle half of 40 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Patrick Hayman paintings typically sell for $1,547–$3,884 (the middle half of 20 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 Patrick Hayman painting?
Based on 62 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Patrick Hayman painting is $1,786. 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 Patrick Hayman's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Patrick Hayman painting is $8,910.
What is the average price of a Patrick Hayman work on paper?
Based on 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Patrick Hayman work on paper is $669. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Patrick Hayman's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Patrick Hayman work on paper is $6,046.
What is the average price of a small Patrick Hayman painting?
Based on 40 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Patrick Hayman painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,501, 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 Patrick Hayman painting?
Based on 20 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Patrick Hayman painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,587, 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 Patrick Hayman's auction record?
Patrick Hayman's auction record is $8,910, set in 2010.
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