Sohan Qadri (1932–2011)
What is Sohan Qadri’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 70 auction results for Sohan Qadri at 12 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $46,394 including buyer’s premium (middle half $22,717–$101,105, n=23). The auction record is $399,999 for Untitled (oil and encaustic on canvas) (2026, Saffronart). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Untitled (oil and encaustic on canvas) | Oil and encaustic on canvas | $399,999 | Saffronart | Sep 2026 |
| 2 | Untitled (mixed media on canvas), 1976 | Mixed media | $203,200 | Christie's | Mar 2026 |
| 3 | Agni VI, 2008 | Ink and dye on paper | $127,885 | Phillips | Jun 2026 |
| 4 | Receding Symphonies, 1932 | Painting | $127,427 | Bonhams | Dec 2025 |
| 5 | Arnava III, 2006 | Ink, dye and incisions on rice paper laid on board | $121,600 | Christie's | Sep 2026 |
| 6 | Gayatri II, 1932 | Ink, dye and incision on handmade paper | $120,309 | Bonhams | Jun 2026 |
| 7 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1963 | Oil paint | $81,900 | Christie's | Mar 2025 |
| 8 | Yantra V, 1932 | Ink, dye and incision on handmade paper | $77,534 | Bonhams | Jun 2026 |
| 9 | Jeevana II, 1932 | Ink, dye and incision on handmade paper | $65,530 | Bonhams | Jun 2026 |
| 10 | Pair of Untitled Works | Oil on canvas | $50,000 | Sotheby's | Sep 2008 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 23 | $27,940 |
| Other | 5 | $26,413 |
| Paintings | 20 | $23,386 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 13 | $48,285 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 21 | $17,780 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $7,620 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 70 results from 12 houses · How we compute these figures
Sohan Qadri is an Indian artist with 97 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $20,033. 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 Sohan Qadri sold in 2026 for $43,006, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Sohan Qadri on OpeningBid →What is a Sohan Qadri work worth?
Across 70 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Sohan Qadri work is $20,033.
The median Sohan Qadri work on paper sells for $13,878 across 32 lots.
The median Sohan Qadri painting sells for $25,200 across 13 lots.
The median Sohan Qadri print sells for $209 across 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 1 | $209‡ | $209‡ | — | 2012-06-22 |
| Paintings | 16 | $25,200†‡ | $399,999 | 81.3% | 2026-09-19 |
| Works on Paper | 39 | $13,878†‡ | $127,885 | 82.1% | 2026-10-17 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 6 | $127,656 | $399,999 | — | 2026-09-19 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Sohan Qadri's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (1 lots) median $209. Paintings (16 lots) median $25,200, record $399,999. A typical Sohan Qadri painting sells for around 120× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 6 lots) the median is $127,656.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $14,405–$25,200†‡ | $18,750†‡ | $399,999 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 18 | $140–$17,320† | $3,862† | $47,614 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $56,908–$120,955 | $77,534 | $127,885 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2026 | $399,999 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $127,885 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $127,427 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $121,600 |
| Prints & Editions | 2012 | $209‡ |
‡ 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 Sohan Qadri worth?
Across 70 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Sohan Qadri work is $20,033. The median Sohan Qadri work on paper sells for $13,878 across 32 lots. The median Sohan Qadri painting sells for $25,200 across 13 lots. The median Sohan Qadri print sells for $209 across 1 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 Sohan Qadri work on paper?
Based on 32 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Sohan Qadri work on paper is $13,878. 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 Sohan Qadri's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Sohan Qadri work on paper is $127,885.
What is the average price of a Sohan Qadri painting?
Based on 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Sohan Qadri painting is $25,200. 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 Sohan Qadri's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Sohan Qadri painting is $399,999.
What is the average price of a medium Sohan Qadri work on paper?
Based on 18 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Sohan Qadri work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $3,862, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Sohan Qadri's auction record?
Sohan Qadri's auction record is $399,999, set in 2026.
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