Tim Hawkinson (b. 1960)
What is Tim Hawkinson’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 32 auction results for Tim Hawkinson at 11 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $3,500 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,540–$6,096, n=5). The auction record is $62,500 for Sweet Tweet (2016, Los Angeles Modern Auctions). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sweet Tweet, 2004 | Bronze | $62,500 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Feb 2016 |
| 2 | Lens, 2002 | Aluminum foil on Styrofoam on panel | $50,000 | Phillips | Sep 2016 |
| 3 | Sonic, 2004 | Bronze | $35,000 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Feb 2018 |
| 4 | Bent Tree, 1988 | Graphite | $34,063 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | May 2012 |
| 5 | Untitled (Double Flags), 1990 | Mixed media work | $25,000 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Dec 2011 |
| 6 | Egg, 2007 | Mixed media and aluminum | $11,970 | Sotheby's | Oct 2021 |
| 7 | Sonic, 1960 | Bronze | $11,325 | Bonhams | Sep 2020 |
| 8 | Bent Tree, 1988 | Graphite | $10,710 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Nov 2023 |
| 9 | Envelope after Simone Martini, 1990 | Ink | $9,375 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Dec 2011 |
| 10 | Penitent, 1994 | Skeleton composed of rawhide dog chews, wire, slide whistle, plastic bottle, motion sensor, light bulb in tin can and electrical elements | $8,255 | Christie's | Dec 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 8 | $9,790 |
| Works on paper | 5 | $9,375 |
| Paintings | 7 | $3,500 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $10,710 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 6 | $9,563 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $1,135 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 32 results from 11 houses · How we compute these figures
Tim Hawkinson is an American artist with 49 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $3,750. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Tim Hawkinson sold in 2025 for $8,255, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Tim Hawkinson on OpeningBid →What is a Tim Hawkinson work worth?
Across 32 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Tim Hawkinson work is $3,750.
The median Tim Hawkinson sculpture sells for $9,790 across 12 lots.
The median Tim Hawkinson work on paper sells for $6,875 across 7 lots.
The median Tim Hawkinson painting sells for $3,500 across 4 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 | 6 | $3,500 | $7,800 | 66.7% | 2025-07-17 |
| Works on Paper | 7 | $6,875† | $34,063 | — | 2025-12-02 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 14 | $9,790† | $75,841 | 85.7% | 2026-06-20 |
| Photography | 1 | $2,812† | $2,812† | — | 2025-12-02 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $8,255–$50,000 | $11,970 | $62,500 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2011 | $75,841 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2016 | $62,500 |
| Works on Paper | 2012 | $34,063 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $10,710 |
| Paintings | 2005 | $7,800 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $3,500 |
| Photography | 2025 | $2,812† |
† 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 Tim Hawkinson worth?
Across 32 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Tim Hawkinson work is $3,750. The median Tim Hawkinson sculpture sells for $9,790 across 12 lots. The median Tim Hawkinson work on paper sells for $6,875 across 7 lots. The median Tim Hawkinson painting sells for $3,500 across 4 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Tim Hawkinson sculpture?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Tim Hawkinson sculpture is $9,790. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Tim Hawkinson's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Tim Hawkinson sculpture is $75,841.
What is Tim Hawkinson's auction record?
Tim Hawkinson's auction record is $75,841, set in 2011.
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