Thompson Nganjmirra (b. 1954)
What is Thompson Nganjmirra’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 15 auction results for Thompson Nganjmirra at 1 houses since 2018. Over the last 24 months the median price was $268 including buyer’s premium (middle half $224–$648, n=11). The auction record is $1,163 for Namorrorddo (2026, Lawsons Auctioneers). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Namorrorddo | Natural pigments on bark | $1,163 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Apr 2026 |
| 2 | Namorrorddo | Natural pigments on bark (mounted on board) | $1,073 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Apr 2026 |
| 3 | Mimi, Dilly Bag and Spear | Natural pigments on bark | $760 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Apr 2026 |
| 4 | Namorrorddo | Natural pigments on bark | $537 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Apr 2026 |
| 5 | Namorrorddo | Natural pigments on bark | $425 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Apr 2026 |
| 6 | Mimi | Natural pigments on bark (mounted on board) | $268 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Apr 2026 |
| 7 | Mimi & Namorrorddo | Natural pigments on bark (mounted on board) | $268 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Apr 2026 |
| 8 | Mimi Spirit Figures | Natural pigments on bark | $246 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Jun 2021 |
| 9 | Goanna | Natural pigments on bark (mounted on board) | $233 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Apr 2026 |
| 10 | Namorrorddo | Natural pigments on bark | $215 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Apr 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 11 | $268 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 14 | $257 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 15 results from 1 houses · How we compute these figures
Thompson Nganjmirra is an artist with 16 auction lots recorded since 2017, median price $246. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Thompson Nganjmirra sold in 2026 for $1,073, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full Thompson Nganjmirra record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View Thompson Nganjmirra on OpeningBid →What is a Thompson Nganjmirra work worth?
Across 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Thompson Nganjmirra work is $246.
The median Thompson Nganjmirra painting sells for $268 across 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 13 | $268† | $1,163 | 92.3% | 2026-04-20 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $224–$648 | $268 | $1,163 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2026 | $1,163 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $1,073 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Thompson Nganjmirra worth?
Across 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Thompson Nganjmirra work is $246. The median Thompson Nganjmirra painting sells for $268 across 12 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Thompson Nganjmirra painting?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Thompson Nganjmirra painting is $268. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Thompson Nganjmirra's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Thompson Nganjmirra painting is $1,163.
What is the average price of a small Thompson Nganjmirra painting?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Thompson Nganjmirra painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $268, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Thompson Nganjmirra's auction record?
Thompson Nganjmirra's auction record is $1,163, set in 2026.
See the full Thompson Nganjmirra record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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