Shahzia Sikander (b. 1969)
What is Shahzia Sikander’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 40 auction results for Shahzia Sikander at 10 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,785 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,510–$20,470, n=10). The auction record is $102,308 for Sub Blues (2026, Phillips). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sub Blues, 2019 | Ink and gouache on paper | $102,308 | Phillips | Jun 2026 |
| 2 | Pathology of Suspension, 2008 | Wool and silk tapestry | $89,151 | Sotheby's | Sep 2020 |
| 3 | Plush Blush | — | $52,000 | Sotheby's | Apr 2008 |
| 4 | Pathology of Suspension #3, 2005 | Ink and gouache on paper | $44,100 | Sotheby's | Nov 2020 |
| 5 | Untitled (Pathology of Suspension #10), 1969 | Ink and gouache on painted paper | $43,520 | Bonhams | Feb 2026 |
| 6 | Self-mirage, 2011 | Encre, gouache et graphite sur papier | $33,349 | Artcurial | Oct 2023 |
| 7 | Disruption as Rapture, 2016 | HD video animation with 7.1 surround sound | $32,760 | Christie's | Oct 2024 |
| 8 | Untitled (gouache on paper), 1969 | Gouache | $27,500 | Christie's | Sep 2008 |
| 9 | Nemesis, 2003 | Graphite | $25,800 | Phillips | Feb 2026 |
| 10 | Eye-I-ing Those Armorial Bearings II, 1997 | Vegetable color, watercolor, dry pigment and tea on hand-prepared wasli paper | $22,860 | Phillips | Mar 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 6 | $26,380 |
| Works on paper | 23 | $16,250 |
| Prints | 8 | $1,991 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $43,810 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $15,714 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 11 | $1,792 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 40 results from 10 houses · How we compute these figures
Shahzia Sikander is a Pakistani artist with 49 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $14,700.
A work by Shahzia Sikander sold in 2026 for $102,308, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 40 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Shahzia Sikander work is $14,700.
The median Shahzia Sikander work on paper sells for $20,160 across 16 lots.
The median Shahzia Sikander print sells for $1,792 across 9 lots.
The median Shahzia Sikander painting sells for $10,000 across 7 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 10 | $1,792 | $13,639 | 90% | 2026-08-06 |
| Paintings | 8 | $10,000 | $44,100 | 87.5% | 2023-03-29 |
| Works on Paper | 20 | $20,160 | $102,308 | 80% | 2026-08-18 |
Shahzia Sikander's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (10 lots) median $1,792 with 90% sell-through. Paintings (8 lots) median $10,000, record $44,100. A typical Shahzia Sikander painting sells for around 5.6× the price of a typical print.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 8 | $1,563–$2,592 | $1,785 | $4,518 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $8,147–$20,790 | $16,067 | $25,800 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $102,308 |
| Paintings | 2020 | $44,100 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $43,520 |
| Paintings | 2017 | $20,000 |
| Prints & Editions | 2014 | $13,639 |
| Prints & Editions | 2009 | $4,518 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Shahzia Sikander worth?
Across 40 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Shahzia Sikander work is $14,700. The median Shahzia Sikander work on paper sells for $20,160 across 16 lots. The median Shahzia Sikander print sells for $1,792 across 9 lots. The median Shahzia Sikander painting sells for $10,000 across 7 lots.
What is the average price of a Shahzia Sikander work on paper?
Based on 16 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Shahzia Sikander work on paper is $20,160.
What is Shahzia Sikander's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Shahzia Sikander work on paper is $102,308.
What is the average price of a small Shahzia Sikander work on paper?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Shahzia Sikander work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $16,067, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Shahzia Sikander's auction record?
Shahzia Sikander's auction record is $102,308, set in 2026.
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