Tommy Mitchell (1943–2013)
What is Tommy Mitchell’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 26 auction results for Tommy Mitchell at 4 houses since 2010. Over the last 24 months the median price was $9,907 including buyer’s premium (middle half $3,201–$11,234, n=14). The auction record is $14,733 for Walu (2025, Deutscher and Hackett). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walu, 2010 | Synthetic polymer paint on canvas | $14,733 | Deutscher and Hackett | Mar 2025 |
| 2 | WALU, 2010 | Synthetic polymer paint on canvas | $13,180 | Deutscher and Hackett | Mar 2025 |
| 3 | Walu, 1943 | Synthetic polymer paint on canvas | $13,142 | Deutscher and Hackett | Mar 2025 |
| 4 | Walu, 2010 | Synthetic polymer paint on canvas | $11,266 | Deutscher and Hackett | Mar 2026 |
| 5 | Walu, 1943 | Synthetic polymer paint on canvas | $11,137 | Deutscher and Hackett | Mar 2026 |
| 6 | Walu, 2010 | Synthetic polymer paint on canvas | $11,110 | Deutscher and Hackett | Mar 2026 |
| 7 | WAKALPUKA, 2012 | Synthetic polymer paint on canvas | $10,338 | Deutscher and Hackett | Jun 2026 |
| 8 | WAKALPUKA, 2012 | Synthetic polymer paint on canvas | $9,476 | Deutscher and Hackett | Jun 2026 |
| 9 | WAKALPUKA, 2012 | Synthetic polymer paint on canvas | $8,621 | Deutscher and Hackett | Mar 2020 |
| 10 | WAKALPUKA, 1943 | Synthetic polymer paint on canvas | $8,621 | Deutscher and Hackett | Mar 2020 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 18 | $8,621 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 9 | $9,476 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 10 | $4,307 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 26 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Tommy Mitchell is an American artist with 28 auction lots recorded since 2010, median price $4,307. 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 Tommy Mitchell sold in 2026 for $9,476, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Tommy Mitchell on OpeningBid →What is a Tommy Mitchell work worth?
Across 22 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Tommy Mitchell work is $4,307.
The median Tommy Mitchell painting sells for $4,307 across 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 22 | $4,307†‡ | $14,733 | 77.3% | 2026-06-17 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 8 | $3,254–$6,516‡ | $3,950‡ | $14,733 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 8 | $5,739–$10,538†‡ | $9,049†‡ | $11,266 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2025 | $14,733 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $13,142 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Tommy Mitchell worth?
Across 22 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Tommy Mitchell work is $4,307. The median Tommy Mitchell painting sells for $4,307 across 17 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 Tommy Mitchell painting?
Based on 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Tommy Mitchell painting is $4,307. 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 Tommy Mitchell's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Tommy Mitchell painting is $14,733.
What is Tommy Mitchell's auction record?
Tommy Mitchell's auction record is $14,733, set in 2025.
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