Shalom Sebba (1897–1975)
What is Shalom Sebba’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 207 auction results for Shalom Sebba at 1 houses since 2014. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,419 including buyer’s premium (middle half $959–$4,602, n=12). The auction record is $23,600 for Rabbit (2025, Tiroche). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rabbit, 1930 | Oil on canvas | $23,600 | Tiroche | Jul 2025 |
| 2 | Pomegranates, 1960 | Oil on board | $10,350 | Tiroche | Jan 2018 |
| 3 | Girl, 1994 | Oil on Plexiglas | $10,030 | Tiroche | Jun 2022 |
| 4 | Jacob and the Angel, 1952 | Gouache on paper | $9,775 | Tiroche | Jun 2014 |
| 5 | Pomegranates | Tempera and collage on paper | $9,440 | Tiroche | Jul 2025 |
| 6 | Fish, 1960 | Oil on board | $9,200 | Tiroche | Jan 2018 |
| 7 | Scherben - Archalogie III, 1961 | Oil on board | $9,200 | Tiroche | Jan 2017 |
| 8 | Noa, 1949 | Ink, tempera and sepia on gray cardboard | $8,625 | Tiroche | Jun 2016 |
| 9 | Abrahams Opfer, 47-53 | Gouache on paper | $6,900 | Tiroche | Jun 2015 |
| 10 | The Blind Horse, 1944 | Gouache on paper | $6,900 | Tiroche | Jun 2015 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 12 | $4,130 |
| Works on paper | 125 | $1,003 |
| Prints | 5 | $575 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 18 | $2,760 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 121 | $944 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 207 results from 1 houses · How we compute these figures
Shalom Sebba is an Israeli artist with 217 auction lots recorded since 2011, median price $1,400. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Shalom Sebba sold in 2026 for $4,956, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 207 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Shalom Sebba work is $1,400.
The median Shalom Sebba work on paper sells for $838 across 134 lots.
The median Shalom Sebba painting sells for $2,006 across 53 lots.
The median Shalom Sebba print sells for $900 across 11 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Shalom Sebba work on papers typically sell for $330–$1,852 (the middle half of 120 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Shalom Sebba paintings typically sell for $1,404–$2,390 (the middle half of 42 sold lots).
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 11 | $900‡ | $1,610 | — | 2018-06-23 |
| Paintings | 53 | $2,006‡ | $23,600 | — | 2025-07-06 |
| Works on Paper | 141 | $838‡ | $9,775 | 95% | 2026-07-05 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 12 | $9,320‡ | $23,600 | — | 2025-07-06 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Shalom Sebba's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (11 lots) median $900. Paintings (53 lots) median $2,006, record $23,600. A typical Shalom Sebba painting sells for around 2.2× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 12 lots) the median is $9,320.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $1,200–$1,400‡ | $1,380‡ | $1,610 |
‡ 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) | 42 | $1,404–$2,390‡ | $1,894‡ | $9,200 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 11 | $6,360–$10,190‡ | $9,000‡ | $23,600 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 120 | $330–$1,852‡ | $704‡ | $9,775 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 12 | $1,938–$3,553‡ | $2,678‡ | $8,625 |
‡ 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 | $23,600 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $20,000‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $9,775 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $9,440 |
| Prints & Editions | 2014 | $1,610 |
| Prints & Editions | 2014 | $1,400‡ |
‡ 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 Shalom Sebba worth?
Across 207 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Shalom Sebba work is $1,400. The median Shalom Sebba work on paper sells for $838 across 134 lots. The median Shalom Sebba painting sells for $2,006 across 53 lots. The median Shalom Sebba print sells for $900 across 11 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Shalom Sebba work on papers typically sell for $330–$1,852 (the middle half of 120 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Shalom Sebba paintings typically sell for $1,404–$2,390 (the middle half of 42 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Shalom Sebba work on paper?
Based on 134 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Shalom Sebba work on paper is $838. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Shalom Sebba's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Shalom Sebba work on paper is $9,775.
What is the average price of a Shalom Sebba painting?
Based on 53 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Shalom Sebba painting is $2,006. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Shalom Sebba's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Shalom Sebba painting is $23,600.
What is the average price of a Shalom Sebba print?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Shalom Sebba print is $900. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Shalom Sebba's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Shalom Sebba print is $1,610.
What is the average price of a small Shalom Sebba work on paper?
Based on 120 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Shalom Sebba work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $704, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a small Shalom Sebba painting?
Based on 42 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Shalom Sebba painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,894, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Shalom Sebba's auction record?
Shalom Sebba's auction record is $23,600, set in 2025.
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