Rita Duffy (b. 1959)
What is Rita Duffy’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 22 auction results for Rita Duffy at 7 houses since 2008. Over the last 24 months the median price was $3,506 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,707–$8,398, n=7). The auction record is $18,326 for Crossroads Dancing (2024, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Crossroads Dancing, 2015 | Painting | $18,326 | Christie's | Nov 2024 |
| 2 | Crossroads Dancing, 2015 | Oil on linen Unframed | $11,684 | Chiswick Auctions | Sep 2026 |
| 3 | Choke Cherry, 1998 | Oil, lead and beeswax on linen | $7,816 | James Adam Salesrooms | Apr 2008 |
| 4 | Breakfast in Rathlin | Oil on board | $5,317 | James Adam Salesrooms | Sep 2024 |
| 5 | Coven, 1959 | Oil on canvas | $5,112 | Bonhams | Mar 2026 |
| 6 | Hazel Martin, St. Ives Gardens, 1984 | Oil on canvas | $4,700 | James Adam Salesrooms | Nov 2017 |
| 7 | Cornmarket, 1986 | Oil on canvas | $4,198 | James Adam Salesrooms | Sep 2024 |
| 8 | Connolly Shirt, 2014 | Oil paint | $3,506 | Christie's | Nov 2024 |
| 9 | Tea Cosy Gun, 1999 | Oil paint | $2,868 | Christie's | Nov 2024 |
| 10 | Dreams | Oil on board | $1,762 | James Adam Salesrooms | Nov 2017 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 16 | $3,187 |
| Works on paper | 5 | $779 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $6,464 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $1,525 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 10 | $779 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 22 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
Rita Duffy is an Irish artist with 31 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $1,525.
A work by Rita Duffy sold in 2026 for $11,684, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Rita Duffy on OpeningBid →What is a Rita Duffy work worth?
Across 22 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Rita Duffy work is $1,525.
The median Rita Duffy painting sells for $3,187 across 12 lots.
The median Rita Duffy work on paper sells for $797 across 4 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 17 | $3,187 | $18,326 | 70.6% | 2026-03-18 |
| Works on Paper | 6 | $797 | $860 | 66.7% | 2024-11-26 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2024 | $18,326 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $5,317 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $860 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $815 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Rita Duffy worth?
Across 22 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Rita Duffy work is $1,525. The median Rita Duffy painting sells for $3,187 across 12 lots. The median Rita Duffy work on paper sells for $797 across 4 lots.
What is the average price of a Rita Duffy painting?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Rita Duffy painting is $3,187.
What is Rita Duffy's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Rita Duffy painting is $18,326.
What is Rita Duffy's auction record?
Rita Duffy's auction record is $18,326, set in 2024.
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