Philip Wolfhagen (b. 1963)
What is Philip Wolfhagen’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 58 auction results for Philip Wolfhagen at 6 houses since 2002. Over the last 24 months the median price was $36,549 including buyer’s premium (middle half $33,383–$37,798, n=8). The auction record is $63,718 for Eighth Passage (2026, Deutscher and Hackett). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eighth Passage, 1994 | Oil and wax on linen | $63,718 | Deutscher and Hackett | Jun 2026 |
| 2 | SECOND LUCID INTERVAL, 2003 | Oil and beeswax on linen | $42,362 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2009 |
| 3 | Beyond the Garden, 2008 | Oil and beeswax on linen | $38,342 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2015 |
| 4 | BEYOND THE GARDEN, 2008 | Oil and beeswax on linen | $37,906 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2015 |
| 5 | Second Reverie, 2019 | Oil and beeswax on linen | $37,798 | Deutscher and Hackett | Apr 2026 |
| 6 | Second reverie, 2019 | Oil and beeswax on linen | $37,797 | Deutscher and Hackett | Apr 2026 |
| 7 | Second Reverie, 2019 | Oil and beeswax on linen | $37,265 | Deutscher and Hackett | Apr 2026 |
| 8 | Sweep, 2002 | Oil and beeswax on linen | $37,023 | Deutscher and Hackett | Jun 2018 |
| 9 | SUMMER FLOOD I, 2004 | Oil and beeswax on linen | $36,183 | Deutscher and Hackett | May 2016 |
| 10 | FAULT LINE, 1995 | Oil and wax on linen | $35,833 | Deutscher and Hackett | Jun 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 33 | $21,537 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 19 | $35,833 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 6 | $21,784 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $5,620 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 58 results from 6 houses · How we compute these figures
Philip Wolfhagen is an Australian artist with 77 auction lots recorded since 2002, median price $13,968. 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 Philip Wolfhagen sold in 2026 for $27,110, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Philip Wolfhagen on OpeningBid →What is a Philip Wolfhagen work worth?
Across 58 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Philip Wolfhagen work is $13,968.
The median Philip Wolfhagen painting sells for $18,105 across 44 lots.
The median Philip Wolfhagen work on paper sells for $1,656 across 3 lots.
Large (over 120 cm) Philip Wolfhagen paintings typically sell for $17,455–$38,012 (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 | 53 | $18,105†‡ | $48,714 | 83% | 2026-06-17 |
| Works on Paper | 4 | $1,656† | $3,133 | 75% | 2024-07-21 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $42,362‡ | $48,714 | — | 2026-06-17 |
† 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) | 12 | $4,437–$7,215†‡ | $5,788†‡ | $9,476 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 11 | $12,435–$31,274†‡ | $22,032†‡ | $37,798 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 20 | $17,455–$38,012†‡ | $25,521†‡ | $48,714 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 | 2026 | $48,714 |
| Paintings | 2009 | $42,362 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $3,133 |
| Works on Paper | 2015 | $1,656 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Philip Wolfhagen worth?
Across 58 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Philip Wolfhagen work is $13,968. The median Philip Wolfhagen painting sells for $18,105 across 44 lots. The median Philip Wolfhagen work on paper sells for $1,656 across 3 lots. Large (over 120 cm) Philip Wolfhagen paintings typically sell for $17,455–$38,012 (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 Philip Wolfhagen painting?
Based on 44 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Philip Wolfhagen painting is $18,105. 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 Philip Wolfhagen's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Philip Wolfhagen painting is $48,714.
What is the average price of a large Philip Wolfhagen painting?
Based on 20 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Philip Wolfhagen painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $25,521, 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 Philip Wolfhagen painting?
Based on 12 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Philip Wolfhagen painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $5,788, 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 Philip Wolfhagen's auction record?
Philip Wolfhagen's auction record is $63,718, set in 2026.
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