NISHIMURA Yu (b. 1982)
What is NISHIMURA Yu’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 45 auction results for NISHIMURA Yu at 5 houses since 2021. Over the last 24 months the median price was $68,653 including buyer’s premium (middle half $50,281–$234,091, n=28). The auction record is $998,400 for Leaves carpet (2026, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leaves carpet, 2017 | Oil on canvas | $998,400 | Sotheby's | May 2026 |
| 2 | thicket, 2020 | Oil paint | $711,200 | Sotheby's | Nov 2025 |
| 3 | across the place, 2023 | Oil paint | $406,400 | Sotheby's | May 2025 |
| 4 | through the snow, 2023 | Oil paint | $397,608 | Sotheby's | Jun 2025 |
| 5 | Down to the Trail, 2016 | Oil on canvas | $391,539 | Christie's | Sep 2026 |
| 6 | bug, 2021 | Painting | $360,368 | Sotheby's | Mar 2022 |
| 7 | Sandy beach, 2020 | Oil paint | $296,100 | Christie's | Feb 2025 |
| 8 | marin drive (after the rain), 2017 | Oil paint | $279,400 | Phillips | May 2025 |
| 9 | A Man in a Forest, 2018 | Oil on canvas | $218,989 | Sotheby's | Jun 2026 |
| 10 | A man between branches, 2021 | Oil paint | $163,800 | Christie's | May 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 36 | $64,670 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 14 | $287,750 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 14 | $52,474 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $30,155 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 45 results from 5 houses · How we compute these figures
NISHIMURA Yu is a Japanese artist with 51 auction lots recorded since 2021, median price $56,955. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by NISHIMURA Yu sold in 2026 for $391,539, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 45 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a NISHIMURA Yu work is $56,955.
The median NISHIMURA Yu painting sells for $56,955 across 45 lots.
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 46 | $56,955‡ | $998,400 | 97.8% | 2026-09-29 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 13 | $296,100 | $998,400 | — | 2026-09-29 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 12 | $16,895–$38,062‡ | $26,595‡ | $68,246 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 18 | $41,461–$63,994‡ | $51,183‡ | $218,989 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 15 | $85,725–$394,573‡ | $279,400‡ | $998,400 |
‡ 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 | 2026 | $998,400 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $711,200 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a NISHIMURA Yu worth?
Across 45 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a NISHIMURA Yu work is $56,955. The median NISHIMURA Yu painting sells for $56,955 across 45 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a NISHIMURA Yu painting?
Based on 45 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a NISHIMURA Yu painting is $56,955. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is NISHIMURA Yu's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a NISHIMURA Yu painting is $998,400.
What is the average price of a medium NISHIMURA Yu painting?
Based on 18 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium NISHIMURA Yu painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $51,183, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a large NISHIMURA Yu painting?
Based on 15 sold lots, the median auction price of a large NISHIMURA Yu painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $279,400, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is NISHIMURA Yu's auction record?
NISHIMURA Yu's auction record is $998,400, set in 2026.
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