Siskind
What is Siskind’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 15 auction results for Siskind at 2 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,397 including buyer’s premium (middle half $952–$1,524, n=9). The auction record is $5,334 for Jerome, Arizona 21 (2025, Swann Auction Galleries). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jerome, Arizona 21, 1949 | Ink on recto | $5,334 | Swann Auction Galleries | Oct 2025 |
| 2 | Chicago 30, 1950 | Ink on recto | $3,556 | Swann Auction Galleries | Apr 2026 |
| 3 | [ Owing to processing difficulties, further information can be obtained at the auctioneers Photographic Literature/Photographs ] SISKIND, | Photograph | $2,760 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2003 |
| 4 | Chicago. 1949, 1949 | Ink on recto | $1,524 | Swann Auction Galleries | Feb 2026 |
| 5 | Facades, from the Harlem series, 1938 | Ink on recto | $1,524 | Swann Auction Galleries | Oct 2025 |
| 6 | Watermelon Man, 1940 | Ink on recto | $1,397 | Swann Auction Galleries | Feb 2026 |
| 7 | Lady in Kitchen, from the Harlem series, 1937 | Ink on recto | $1,079 | Swann Auction Galleries | Oct 2025 |
| 8 | [ Owing to processing difficulties, further information can be obtained at the auctioneers Photographic Literature/Photographs ] SISKIND, | Photograph | $978 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2003 |
| 9 | [ Owing to processing difficulties, further information can be obtained at the auctioneers Photographic Literature/Photographs ] SISKIND, | Photograph | $978 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2003 |
| 10 | Cabaret Dancer, 1937 | Ink on recto | $952 | Swann Auction Galleries | Sep 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Photographs | 14 | $1,029 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $1,397 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 15 results from 2 houses · How we compute these figures
Siskind is an artist with 16 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $978.
A work by Siskind sold in 2026 for $3,556, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Siskind on OpeningBid →What is a Siskind work worth?
Across 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Siskind work is $978.
The median Siskind photograph sells for $1,028 across 14 lots.
The median Siskind print sells for $450 across 1 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 1 | $450 | $450 | — | 2006-10-12 |
| Photography | 15 | $1,028 | $5,334 | 93.3% | 2026-04-30 |
Price by size
Photography
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $952–$1,524 | $1,397 | $5,334 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | 2025 | $5,334 |
| Photography | 2026 | $3,556 |
| Prints & Editions | 2006 | $450 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Siskind worth?
Across 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Siskind work is $978. The median Siskind photograph sells for $1,028 across 14 lots. The median Siskind print sells for $450 across 1 lots.
What is the average price of a Siskind photograph?
Based on 14 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Siskind photograph is $1,028.
What is Siskind's most expensive photograph?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Siskind photograph is $5,334.
What is Siskind's auction record?
Siskind's auction record is $5,334, set in 2025.
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