Nassos Daphnis Auction Prices and Value Guide
Nassos Daphnis auction prices are tracked in Appraisily's artist market index, with source-directory coverage of 191 records. Use this page to review sold-lot activity, market context, and valuation factors before requesting a formal appraisal.
Nassos Daphnis auction prices: quick answer
Nassos Daphnis auction prices depend on medium, size, date, condition, provenance, edition details, attribution confidence, and recent comparable auction sales.
- Artist
- Nassos Daphnis
- Source records
- 191
- Market update
- 2026-02-06
Artist context
About Nassos Daphnis
Nassos Daphnis (1914–2010) was a Greek-born American abstract painter and sculptor who spent most of his career working in the United States. Born in Krokeés, Greece, Daphnis emigrated to America and became active as an artist from the 1930s onward. He is recognized for abstract painting and is represented in major institutional collections, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Beyond visual art, Daphnis was also a noted tree peony breeder, a dual career that places him in an unusual position at the intersection of horticulture and modern art. His work appears regularly at auction, and his identity is well-documented in Getty ULAN, VIAF, the Library of Congress, and the RKD Netherlands Institute for Art History.
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Common works and media
Collectors and appraisers encountering Daphnis's work will most often find abstract paintings on canvas or panel. Sculptural works are also documented but appear less frequently. Works may range from mid-century to later periods. Auction listings typically describe paintings with attention to title, date, dimensions, medium, and provenance. Editioned prints, if any, are not well-represented in the available sources.
Market and appraisal context
Daphnis's work surfaces at auction with some frequency, with over 190 lots recorded in the Invaluable database. His institutional presence at MoMA lends provenance credibility and supports long-term collector interest. Key factors affecting appraisal include medium (painting vs. sculpture), dimensions, date of execution, provenance history, condition, and whether the work can be tied to a known exhibition or publication. Specific sale records should be consulted for comparable pricing rather than relying on broad estimates.
Auction categories and appraisal factors
Value drivers
- Institutional representation (MoMA collection) supports collector confidence and provenance context
- Strong library-authority record (Getty ULAN, VIAF, LoC, RKD) confirms identity and supports authentication
- 191 lots in the Appraisily/Invaluable auction database indicate regular market appearance
Appraisal caveats
- The source pack does not include specific realized prices or auction-house sale records; appraisal should reference comparable lots directly.
- Attribution should be confirmed against established provenance and, where possible, catalogue raisonné entries.
Evidence
Sources for artist context
This source-grounded artist context passed Appraisily's promotion threshold: high confidence, strong sources.
- RKD Netherlands Institute for Art History library authority
- Getty Vocabulary Program library authority
- VIAF library authority
- Wikidata library authority
- Wikipedia wikipedia
- The Museum of Modern Art museum or university
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 Nassos Daphnis 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 Nassos Daphnis artwork?
Yes. Appraisily can review photos, dimensions, signatures, condition, provenance, and comparable market data to prepare a current valuation.