Tony Tuckson (1921–1973)
What is Tony Tuckson’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 166 auction results for Tony Tuckson at 8 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $10,769 including buyer’s premium (middle half $3,353–$22,032, n=25). The auction record is $147,326 for UNTITLED NO. 100 (TP209B) (2023, Deutscher and Hackett). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | UNTITLED NO. 100 (TP209B), 1973 | Synthetic polymer paint on composition board | $147,326 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2023 |
| 2 | Untitled No. 100 (TP209B), 1973 | Synthetic polymer paint on composition board | $134,805 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2023 |
| 3 | SWIRLY REDS AND WHITE (TP54), c.1964 | Synthetic polymer paint on composition board | $129,994 | Deutscher and Hackett | Jul 2020 |
| 4 | TWO FAINT LINES ON BROWN (TP85), 1970 – 73 | Synthetic polymer paint on composition board | $112,661 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2023 |
| 5 | Two Faint Lines on Brown (TP85), 1970–73 | Synthetic polymer paint on composition board | $104,756 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2023 |
| 6 | RED COLLAGE, c.1960 | Oil, collage and synthetic polymer paint on composition board | $94,764 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2017 |
| 7 | Untitled, c.1962 | Synthetic polymer paint on composition board | $82,329 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2024 |
| 8 | Big red W, c.1964 | Oil on composition board | $80,500 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2007 |
| 9 | Untitled, 1962 | Synthetic polymer paint on composition board | $79,282 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2024 |
| 10 | Untitled, c.1962 | Synthetic polymer paint on composition board | $78,999 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2024 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 5 | $47,854 |
| Paintings | 49 | $20,799 |
| Works on paper | 27 | $3,751 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 18 | $79,140 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 44 | $9,261 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $3,353 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 166 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
Tony Tuckson is an Australian artist with 209 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $7,493. 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 Tony Tuckson sold in 2026 for $7,625, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Tony Tuckson on OpeningBid →What is a Tony Tuckson work worth?
Across 162 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Tony Tuckson work is $7,493.
The median Tony Tuckson painting sells for $14,702 across 83 lots.
The median Tony Tuckson work on paper sells for $2,985 across 69 lots.
The median Tony Tuckson print sells for $107,787 across 1 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Tony Tuckson paintings typically sell for $7,450–$27,288 (the middle half of 44 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Tony Tuckson work on papers typically sell for $3,079–$7,080 (the middle half of 35 sold 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 | $107,787‡ | $107,787‡ | — | 2020-07-15 |
| Paintings | 98 | $14,702†‡ | $147,326 | 84.7% | 2026-06-17 |
| Works on Paper | 95 | $2,985†‡ | $105,682‡ | 72.6% | 2026-08-26 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 9 | $107,787‡ | $147,326 | — | 2024-08-28 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Tony Tuckson's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (1 lots) median $107,787. Paintings (98 lots) median $14,702, record $147,326. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 9 lots) the median is $107,787.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 15 | $6,058–$8,888†‡ | $7,502†‡ | $10,399 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 44 | $7,450–$27,288†‡ | $10,872†‡ | $70,642 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 20 | $43,513–$87,936†‡ | $51,902†‡ | $147,326 |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 29 | $887–$2,250†‡ | $1,345†‡ | $8,076† |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 35 | $3,079–$7,080†‡ | $3,671†‡ | $12,133 |
† 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 | 2023 | $147,326 |
| Paintings | 2023 | $134,805 |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $129,924 |
| Prints & Editions | 2020 | $107,787‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $94,764 |
‡ 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 Tony Tuckson worth?
Across 162 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Tony Tuckson work is $7,493. The median Tony Tuckson painting sells for $14,702 across 83 lots. The median Tony Tuckson work on paper sells for $2,985 across 69 lots. The median Tony Tuckson print sells for $107,787 across 1 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Tony Tuckson paintings typically sell for $7,450–$27,288 (the middle half of 44 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Tony Tuckson work on papers typically sell for $3,079–$7,080 (the middle half of 35 sold 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 Tony Tuckson painting?
Based on 83 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Tony Tuckson painting is $14,702. 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 Tony Tuckson's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Tony Tuckson painting is $147,326.
What is the average price of a Tony Tuckson work on paper?
Based on 69 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Tony Tuckson work on paper is $2,985. 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 Tony Tuckson's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Tony Tuckson work on paper is $105,682. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a medium Tony Tuckson painting?
Based on 44 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Tony Tuckson painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $10,872, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. 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 medium Tony Tuckson work on paper?
Based on 35 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Tony Tuckson work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $3,671, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. 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 Tony Tuckson's auction record?
Tony Tuckson's auction record is $147,326, set in 2023.
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