Paul Emsley (b. 1947)
Paul Emsley is a South African artist with 22 auction lots recorded since 2013, median price $1,524.
A work by Paul Emsley sold in 2025 for $1,739, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Paul Emsley work is $1,524.
The median Paul Emsley work on paper sells for $1,092 across 9 lots.
The median Paul Emsley painting sells for $1,631 across 7 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 1 | — | — | — | 2018-04-09 |
| Paintings | 7 | $1,631 | $1,739 | — | 2025-09-30 |
| Works on Paper | 9 | $1,092 | $1,616 | — | 2024-12-02 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2025 | $1,739 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $1,616 |
| Paintings | 2014 | $1,524 |
| Works on Paper | 2013 | $1,114 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Paul Emsley worth?
Across 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Paul Emsley work is $1,524. The median Paul Emsley work on paper sells for $1,092 across 9 lots. The median Paul Emsley painting sells for $1,631 across 7 lots.
What is Paul Emsley's auction record?
Paul Emsley's auction record is $1,739, set in 2025.
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