Gary Hume Work Sells for $20,700 But Delivers a 75% Negative Return

Gary Hume Work Sells for $20,700 But Delivers a 75% Negative Return

3 min read  ·  26 Jun 2025

Like Father Like Son. Image courtesy of Christie's

Like Father Like Son. Image courtesy of Christie's

Gary Hume, Like Father Like Son (1998) sold for $20,700 (GBP15,100), less than the low estimate at Christie's in London on June 26.

The sale was below the previous auction result by $64,400, realizing a 75% negative return. It last sold at auction in 2001 for $85,100 at Christie's.

Household paint and plastic eyes on aluminium, 200.0 x 162.5cm. The work has been traded 3 times in the past.

Sale Date
Price
Price Increase
Venue
City
2025-06-26
$20,700
-76 %
Christie's
London
2001-06-27
$85,100
-
Christie's
London

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