Somnath Hore (1921–2021)
What is Somnath Hore’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 103 auction results for Somnath Hore at 11 houses since 2006. Over the last 24 months the median price was $14,481 including buyer’s premium (middle half $4,946–$41,649, n=24). The auction record is $638,231 for Brothers (2026, Pundole's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brothers, 1991 | Bronze | $638,231 | Pundole's | Mar 2026 |
| 2 | Brother and Sister, 1985 | Bronze | $616,970 | Pundole's | Mar 2025 |
| 3 | Pig Speared, 1992 | Bronze | $464,234 | Pundole's | Sep 2025 |
| 4 | Christ | Bronze | $461,064 | AstaGuru Auction House | Dec 2025 |
| 5 | Old Miner, 1985 | Bronze | $241,810 | Pundole's | Aug 2023 |
| 6 | Draupadi and Shakuni, 1992 | Bronze | $118,750 | Christie's | Sep 2017 |
| 7 | Untitled (bronze), 1986 | Bronze | $107,447 | Saffronart | Mar 2021 |
| 8 | Pavement, 1990s | Bronze | $99,108 | Pundole's | May 2024 |
| 9 | UNTITLED (A Flower Born), 1991 | Bronze | $96,866 | Prinseps | Aug 2024 |
| 10 | Untitled (bronze sculpture), 1921 | Bronze | $75,000 | Christie's | Sep 2020 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 24 | $26,176 |
| Works on paper | 19 | $11,561 |
| Other | 6 | $6,048 |
| Prints | 27 | $559 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 10 | $26,525 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 60 | $4,223 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 103 results from 11 houses · How we compute these figures
Somnath Hore is an Indian artist with 129 auction lots recorded since 2006, median price $4,379. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Somnath Hore sold in 2026 for $33,280, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 103 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Somnath Hore work is $4,379.
The median Somnath Hore print sells for $838 across 41 lots.
The median Somnath Hore sculpture sells for $26,176 across 24 lots.
The median Somnath Hore work on paper sells for $5,440 across 20 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Somnath Hore prints typically sell for $255–$2,058 (the middle half of 32 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Somnath Hore sculptures typically sell for $13,676–$118,750 (the middle half of 21 sold lots).
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 46 | $838† | $50,403 | 89.1% | 2026-09-16 |
| Paintings | 2 | $51,832† | $102,927† | — | 2024-04-28 |
| Works on Paper | 22 | $5,440† | $44,676 | 90.9% | 2026-06-15 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 24 | $26,176† | $638,231 | — | 2026-03-12 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 9 | $241,810† | $638,231 | — | 2026-03-12 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Somnath Hore's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (46 lots) median $838 with 89.1% sell-through. Paintings (2 lots) median $51,832, record $102,927. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $102,927 (buyer's premium not included). A typical Somnath Hore painting sells for around 62× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 9 lots) the median is $241,810.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 32 | $255–$2,058† | $519† | $47,880 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 8 | $18,583–$35,120† | $26,525† | $50,403 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $2,152–$8,171† | $4,820† | $44,676 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 21 | $13,676–$118,750† | $25,000† | $638,231 |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $638,231 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $616,970 |
| Paintings | 2021 | $102,927† |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $50,403 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $47,880 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $44,676 |
| Works on Paper | 2016 | $18,750 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $737† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Somnath Hore worth?
Across 103 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Somnath Hore work is $4,379. The median Somnath Hore print sells for $838 across 41 lots. The median Somnath Hore sculpture sells for $26,176 across 24 lots. The median Somnath Hore work on paper sells for $5,440 across 20 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Somnath Hore prints typically sell for $255–$2,058 (the middle half of 32 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Somnath Hore sculptures typically sell for $13,676–$118,750 (the middle half of 21 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Somnath Hore print?
Based on 41 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Somnath Hore print is $838. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Somnath Hore's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Somnath Hore print is $50,403.
What is the average price of a Somnath Hore sculpture?
Based on 24 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Somnath Hore sculpture is $26,176. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Somnath Hore's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Somnath Hore sculpture is $638,231.
What is the average price of a Somnath Hore work on paper?
Based on 20 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Somnath Hore work on paper is $5,440. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Somnath Hore's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Somnath Hore work on paper is $44,676.
What is the average price of a small Somnath Hore print?
Based on 32 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Somnath Hore print (small (under 50 cm)) is $519, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a small Somnath Hore sculpture?
Based on 21 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Somnath Hore sculpture (small (under 50 cm)) is $25,000, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Somnath Hore's auction record?
Somnath Hore's auction record is $638,231, set in 2026.
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