John Lim Auction Prices and Value Guide
John Lim auction prices are tracked in Appraisily's artist market index, with source-directory coverage of 55 records. Use this page to review sold-lot activity, market context, and valuation factors before requesting a formal appraisal.
John Lim auction prices: quick answer
John Lim auction prices depend on medium, size, date, condition, provenance, edition details, attribution confidence, and recent comparable auction sales.
- Artist
- John Lim
- Source records
- 55
- Market update
- 2026-02-06
John Lim appraisal factors
John Lim auction prices should be read against comparable works with similar medium, size, date, condition, provenance, and attribution confidence.
Common auction categories
- Fine art and paintings
- Works on paper and prints
- Sculpture and mixed media
- Decorative art and editions
Value drivers
- Medium, size, date, and period within the artist career
- Condition, restoration history, and surface quality
- Signature, inscriptions, edition details, and attribution confidence
- Provenance, exhibition history, and catalogue references
- Recent comparable auction sales for similar works
- Subject matter, rarity, and demand in the current market
Appraisal caveats
- Public auction records are a starting point, not a final appraisal.
- Private sales, incomplete feeds, and attribution changes may not be fully represented.
- Authentication and condition can materially change value.
Recent sale records
Selected public auction records currently in the Appraisily lot index. Use them as market context, then request a formal appraisal before you sell, insure, or donate.
john lim canadian 1932 2022 a summer s day · Waddington's · 2025-02-06 john lim canadian 1932 2022 a summer s day Waddington's · 2025-02-06
john lim canadian 1932 kite s flying colour silkscreen signed titled numbered 272 275 and dated 81 in pencil image 24 x 20 · Waddington's · 2018-08-30 john lim canadian 1932 kite s flying colour silkscreen signed titled numbered 272 275 and dated 81 in pencil image 24 x 20 Waddington's · 2018-08-30
john lim canadian 1932 untitled volleyball acrylic on canvas signed lower right signed and dated 1979 verso 24 x 20 in 61 x 50 8 cm · Waddington's · 2018-08-30 john lim canadian 1932 untitled volleyball acrylic on canvas signed lower right signed and dated 1979 verso 24 x 20 in 61 x 50 8 cm Waddington's · 2018-08-30
john lim canadian 1932 untitled family portrait acrylic on canvas signed lower right signed and dated 1977 verso 24 x 20 in 61 x 50 8 cm · Waddington's · 2018-07-12 john lim canadian 1932 untitled family portrait acrylic on canvas signed lower right signed and dated 1977 verso 24 x 20 in 61 x 50 8 cm Waddington's · 2018-07-12
john lim canadian 1932 friends acrylic on canvas signed lower right signed titled and dated 1989 verso titled to gallery label 12 x 10 30 5 x 25 4 cm · Waddington's · 2016-11-10 john lim canadian 1932 friends acrylic on canvas signed lower right signed titled and dated 1989 verso titled to gallery label 12 x 10 30 5 x 25 4 cm Waddington's · 2016-11-10
john lim canadian 1932 the vibrant summer acrylic on canvas signed lower right signed titled and dated 1981 verso 20 x 30 50 8 x 76 2 cm · Waddington's · 2016-09-29 john lim canadian 1932 the vibrant summer acrylic on canvas signed lower right signed titled and dated 1981 verso 20 x 30 50 8 x 76 2 cm Waddington's · 2016-09-29
Data basis
This page is built from Appraisily's public auction market index. Private transactions, incomplete sale feeds, and attribution changes may not be fully represented.
Artist value FAQ
How much is John Lim worth?
Comparable public auction sales are the best starting point, but final value depends on the specific artwork, condition, size, medium, provenance, and attribution confidence.
Can Appraisily value my John Lim artwork?
Yes. Appraisily can review photos, dimensions, signatures, condition, provenance, and comparable market data to prepare a current valuation.