Paul Nash (1889–1946)
What is Paul Nash’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 287 auction results for Paul Nash at 21 houses since 1992. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,066 including buyer’s premium (middle half $787–$7,223, n=49). The auction record is $474,202 for Cloud and Two Stones (2025, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cloud and Two Stones, 1934 | Oil paint | $474,202 | Christie's | Oct 2025 |
| 2 | The Bridge, Romney Marsh, 1924 | Oil paint | $396,547 | Christie's | Oct 2022 |
| 3 | A Drawing, 1889 | Watercolour, pen, ink, pencil, crayon and chalk | $332,382 | Bonhams | Nov 2014 |
| 4 | Changing Scene, 1937 | Oil on canvas | $220,425 | Christie's | Oct 2026 |
| 5 | The Garden at Meadle, 1926 | Oil paint | $194,544 | Christie's | Jun 2021 |
| 6 | Autumn Landscape, 1923 | Oil on canvas | $190,211 | Christie's | Oct 2003 |
| 7 | Autumn Landscape, 1923 | Oil paint | $174,355 | Christie's | Jun 2004 |
| 8 | The Swan, 1931 | Oil paint | $148,849 | Christie's | Jun 2005 |
| 9 | Encounter of Two Objects, 1899 | Oil paint | $135,764 | Christie's | Nov 2006 |
| 10 | The End of the Steps, 1889 | Oil paint | $120,817 | Christie's | Jun 2004 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 12 | $161,602 |
| Works on paper | 68 | $15,524 |
| Other | 52 | $6,943 |
| Prints | 113 | $1,750 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 73 | $6,291 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 154 | $4,032 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 287 results from 21 houses · How we compute these figures
Paul Nash is a British (modern) artist with 335 auction lots recorded since 1992, median price $3,889. 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 Paul Nash sold in 2026 for $73,694, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Paul Nash on OpeningBid →What is a Paul Nash work worth?
Across 284 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Paul Nash work is $3,889.
The median Paul Nash print sells for $1,606 across 126 lots.
The median Paul Nash work on paper sells for $13,211 across 87 lots.
The median Paul Nash painting sells for $47,762 across 30 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Paul Nash prints typically sell for $1,017–$2,845 (the middle half of 86 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Paul Nash work on papers typically sell for $5,147–$23,750 (the middle half of 63 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 147 | $1,606†‡ | $61,677 | 85.7% | 2026-06-18 |
| Paintings | 34 | $47,762 | $474,202 | 88.2% | 2026-10-15 |
| Works on Paper | 96 | $13,211‡ | $98,536 | 90.6% | 2026-10-14 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $7,223 | $7,223 | — | 2026-06-18 |
| Photography | 1 | $1,855 | $1,855 | — | 2023-05-31 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 15 | $148,849†‡ | $474,202 | — | 2026-10-15 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Paul Nash's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (147 lots) median $1,606 with 85.7% sell-through. Paintings (34 lots) median $47,762, record $474,202. A typical Paul Nash painting sells for around 30× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 15 lots) the median is $148,849.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 86 | $1,017–$2,845†‡ | $1,811†‡ | $61,677 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 40 | $811–$2,119†‡ | $1,351†‡ | $24,100 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 12 | $5,679–$17,722 | $8,072 | $45,615 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 17 | $52,766–$194,544 | $135,764 | $474,202 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 63 | $5,147–$23,750‡ | $12,188‡ | $98,536 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 20 | $9,240–$27,088‡ | $16,581‡ | $94,806‡ |
‡ 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 | 2025 | $474,202 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $396,547 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $98,536 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $94,806‡ |
| Prints & Editions | 2012 | $61,677 |
| Prints & Editions | 2007 | $50,518 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $7,223 |
| Photography | 2023 | $1,855 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Paul Nash worth?
Across 284 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Paul Nash work is $3,889. The median Paul Nash print sells for $1,606 across 126 lots. The median Paul Nash work on paper sells for $13,211 across 87 lots. The median Paul Nash painting sells for $47,762 across 30 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Paul Nash prints typically sell for $1,017–$2,845 (the middle half of 86 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Paul Nash work on papers typically sell for $5,147–$23,750 (the middle half of 63 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 Paul Nash print?
Based on 126 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Paul Nash print is $1,606. 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 Paul Nash's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Paul Nash print is $61,677.
What is the average price of a Paul Nash work on paper?
Based on 87 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Paul Nash work on paper is $13,211. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Paul Nash's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Paul Nash work on paper is $98,536.
What is the average price of a Paul Nash painting?
Based on 30 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Paul Nash painting is $47,762.
What is Paul Nash's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Paul Nash painting is $474,202.
What is the average price of a small Paul Nash print?
Based on 86 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Paul Nash print (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,811, 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 small Paul Nash work on paper?
Based on 63 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Paul Nash work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $12,188, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Paul Nash's auction record?
Paul Nash's auction record is $474,202, set in 2025.
See the full Paul Nash record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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