Senaka Senanayake Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Senaka Senanayake Art Value Price Guide

Jun. 02, 2026
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Fish)
Est: £3,000 - £5,000
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Fish) signed 'Senaka Senanayake 1987' lower right mixed media on paper, framed 30.6 x 40.6cm (12 1/16 x 16in). ~For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Jun. 02, 2026
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Blind Beggar)
Est: £5,000 - £7,000
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Blind Beggar) signed and dated 'Senaka Senanayake 1964' on the lower right; 'Blind Beggar 1964' on the reverse oil on canvas, framed 40 x 64.8 cm (15 3/4 x 25 1/2 in). ~For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Jun. 02, 2026
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Rainy Day)
Est: £10,000 - £15,000
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Rainy Day) signed and dated lower left '1967 Senaka Senanayake'; inscribed and dated 'Rainy Days '67' and 'Andre Rostelanetz' on the reverse oil on canvas, framed 74.3 x 56.5 cm (29 1/4 x 22 1/4 in). ~For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Mar. 26, 2026
Rainy Day in the Village
Est: $7,000 - $9,000
Property from a Canadian Private Collection Senaka Senanayake b. 1951 Rainy Day in the Village Oil on canvas Signed and dated 'Senaka Senanayake / 1982' lower left 30 ¾ x 23 ¾ in. (78.1 x 60.3 cm.) Painted in 1982
Sotheby's
Mar. 25, 2026
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (B. 1951). Untitled (Tusker and Herd at Sunrise). oil on
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (B. 1951). Untitled (Tusker and Herd at Sunrise). oil on canvas45 x 51 7/8 in. (114.3 x 131.8 cm.).
Christie's
Dec. 21, 2025
Senaka Senanayake b. 1951
Est: $50,000 - $80,000
Cows in the River, 1982, Oil on canvas, 86x111 cm. Signed and dated.
Tiroche Auction House
Dec. 09, 2025
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Musicians)
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Musicians) signed 'Singapore 2002, Senaka Senanayake' lower right ink and felt tip on paper, framed 38.9 x 29.5cm (15 5/16 x 11 5/8in).
Bonhams
Dec. 09, 2025
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Birds)
Est: £700 - £900
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Birds) signed 'Senaka Senanayake 1987 49/50' lower right print, framed 38.9 x 58.8cm (15 5/16 x 23 1/8in).
Bonhams
Sep. 30, 2025
Fish Market
Est: £12,000 - £18,000
Property from a Private Collection, Australia Senaka Senanayake b. 1951 Fish Market Oil on canvas Signed and dated 'Senaka Senanayake / 1974' lower left and further titled 'Fish market' on reverse 106.8 x 86.5 cm. (42 x 34 in.) Painted in 1974
Sotheby's
Sep. 18, 2025
Work on Paper, Senaka Senanayake
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Senaka Senanayake (Sri Lankan, b. 1951), Woman's Face, 1968, ink wash on paper, signed and dated lower left, sight: 7.75"h x 9.5"w, overall (with frame): 14.75"h x 12.5"w
Clars Auctions
Sep. 18, 2025
Watercolor, Senaka Senanayake
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Senaka Senanayake (Sri Lankan, b. 1951), Female Figures, 1968, watercolor, signed and dated upper left, sight: 11"h x 11.75"w, overall (with frame): 20.5"h x 17"w
Clars Auctions
Sep. 18, 2025
Watercolor, Senaka Senanayake
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Senaka Senanayake (Sri Lankan, b. 1951), Herd of Animals, 1968, watercolor, signed and dated lower left, sight: 11.5"h x 11"w, overall (with frame): 20.5"h x 17.25"w
Clars Auctions
Sep. 18, 2025
Painting, Senaka Senanayake
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Senaka Senanayake (Sri Lankan, b. 1951), "The Devotees," 1968, oil on canvas affixed to board, signed and dated lower left, titled on handwritten label verso, board: 26.25"h x 18"w, overall (with frame): 27.75"h x 19.25"w
Clars Auctions
Sep. 18, 2025
Painting, Senaka Senanayake
Est: $15,000 - $25,000
Senaka Senanayake (Sri Lankan, b. 1951) Untitled (Figures), 1967, signed and dated lower right, oil on canvas affixed to board, board: 18.75"h x 27"w, overall (with frame): 21.25"h x 29.75"w
Clars Auctions
Sep. 17, 2025
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (B. 1951). Untitled (Cranes with Rainbow). oil on canvas2
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (B. 1951). Untitled (Cranes with Rainbow). oil on canvas26 x 35 ½ in. (66 x 90.2 cm.).
Christie's
Sep. 17, 2025
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (B. 1951). Untitled (Elephants). oil on canvas47 ½ x 71 i
Est: $25,000 - $35,000
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (B. 1951). Untitled (Elephants). oil on canvas47 ½ x 71 in. (120.7 x 180.3 cm.).
Christie's
Jul. 06, 2025
Senaka Senanayake
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
Storks, Oil on canvas, 110x86 cm. Signed.
Tiroche Auction House
Jun. 20, 2025
Painting, Senaka Senanayake
Est: $15,000 - $25,000
Senaka Senanayake (Sri Lankan, b. 1951), Boats in the Harbor (Seascape), 1964, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right, artist label affixed verso, canvas: 23"h x 34.25"w, overall (with frame): 24.75"h x 35.75"w
Clars Auctions
Jun. 05, 2025
Senaka Senanayake: "The Stone Workers"
Est: €6,000 - €8,000
SENANAYAKE, SENAKA 1951 Sri Lanka Title: "The Stone Workers". Date: 1962. Technique: Oil on canvas. Measurement: 92 x 103,5cm. Notation: Signed and dated lower left: Senaka Senanayake 24-2-1962, titled verso on the stretcher: THE STONE WORKERS. Frame/Pedestal: Framed. Provenance: - Bremer Landesbank Estimated shipping costs for this lot: Arrangement after the auction. Explanations to the Catalogue Norbert Tadeusz Germany Figurative Painting Contemporary Art Post War 1990s Framed Flowers Painting Oil
Van Ham Kunstauktionen
Jun. 04, 2025
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Composition with Women
Est: £10,000 - £15,000
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Composition with Women oil on canvas, framed 55.8 x 73.9cm (21 15/16 x 29 1/8in).
Bonhams
Jun. 04, 2025
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Deer)
Est: £25,000 - £35,000
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Deer) signed and dated 'Senaka Senanayake 1976' lower right oil on canvas, framed 80.7 x 111.9cm (31 3/4 x 44 1/16in).
Bonhams
Jun. 04, 2025
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Tea Pickers)
Est: £25,000 - £35,000
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Tea Pickers) signed 'Senaka Senanayake 1988' lower right oil on canvas, framed 96.5 x 115.7cm (38 x 45 9/16in).
Bonhams
Jun. 04, 2025
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Fisherman)
Est: £25,000 - £35,000
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Fisherman) signed and dated 'Senaka Senanayake 1977' lower right oil on canvas, framed 74.6 x 108.8cm (29 3/8 x 42 13/16in).
Bonhams
Jun. 04, 2025
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Bathers)
Est: £25,000 - £35,000
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Bathers) signed and dated 'Senaka Senanayake 1982' lower right oil on canvas, framed 80 x 112.9cm (31 1/2 x 44 7/16in).
Bonhams
Mar. 19, 2025
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (B. 1951). Untitled (Migrating White-Naped Cranes). oil o
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (B. 1951). Untitled (Migrating White-Naped Cranes). oil on canvas48 x 71 5/8 in. (121.9 x 181.9 cm.).
Christie's
Mar. 17, 2025
Untitled (Women)
Est: $15,000 - $20,000
Property of a Palm Beach Estate Senaka Senanayake b. 1951 Untitled (Women) Oil on canvas Signed and dated 'Senaka Senanayake / 1997' lower right 47 ¾ x 71 in. (121.3 x 180.3 cm.) Painted in 1997
Sotheby's
Mar. 17, 2025
Untitled
Est: $16,000 - $26,000
Property from a Private Collection, Wisconsin Senaka Senanayake b. 1951 Untitled Oil on canvas laid on mountboard Signed and dated 'Senaka Senanayake / 1978' lower left 28 ¼ x 42 ½ in. (71.6 x 108 cm.) Painted in 1978
Sotheby's
Feb. 20, 2025
Painting, Senaka Senanayake
Est: $18,000 - $24,000
Senaka Senanayake (Sri Lankan, b. 1951), "Siddartha's Contemplation No. 2," 1967, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, canvas: 35.75"h x 27.25"w, overall (with frame): 36.5"h x 28"w. Provenance: Property of Skip Granger. Purchased by Granger directly from the artist in Sri Lanka, 1970.
Clars Auctions
Dec. 22, 2024
Senaka Senanayake
Est: $12,000 - $16,000
Untitled, 1997, Oil on canvas, 81x109 cm. Signed and dated
Tiroche Auction House
Dec. 10, 2024
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Women at the Well
Est: £10,000 - £15,000
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Women at the Well signed 'Senaka Senanayake' lower left, circa 1960s; titled verso oil on canvas, framed 104 x 65.5cm (40 15/16 x 25 13/16in).
Bonhams
Dec. 10, 2024
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Wash Day)
Est: £20,000 - £24,000
Senaka Senanayake (B.1951) Untitled (Wash Day) signed and dated '2004 Senaka Senanayake' lower left oil on canvas, framed 122 x 60.3cm (48 1/16 x 23 3/4in).
Bonhams
Dec. 05, 2024
Senaka Senanayake
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Sri Lankan, b. 1951 Untitled (Figures), 1964 Signed and dated Senaka Senanayake 1964 (lr) Ink and watercolor on paper Sheet 14 x 11 inches (35.6 x 27.9cm) (Framed 14 1/2 x 11 1/2 inches) Small tear measuring 2 inches along the center top edge of the sheet. Discoloration measuring 2 inches wide along the center bottom edge of the sheet. Not examined out of the frame.
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Nov. 13, 2024
ATTRIBUTED TO SENAKA SENANAYAKE (Sri Lanka, 1951-), Three birds., Watercolor on paper, 13.5" x 9.75". Framed 19" x 15".
Est: $300 - $700
ATTRIBUTED TO SENAKA SENANAYAKE Sri Lanka, 1951- Three birds. Detailed inscriptions verso.
Eldred's
Nov. 13, 2024
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (Sri Lanka, 1951-), Figures in a colorful landscape., Oil on canvas, 30" x 22". Framed 34" x 26".
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
SENAKA SENANAYAKE Sri Lanka, 1951- Figures in a colorful landscape. Signed lower right and dated 1967. Original framing label verso from Semage & Co., Pettah, Sri Lanka.
Eldred's
Nov. 13, 2024
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (Sri Lanka, 1951-), Two figures in a landscape., Oil on canvas, 22" x 30". Framed 25.5" x 33.5".
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
SENAKA SENANAYAKE Sri Lanka, 1951- Two figures in a landscape. Signed lower left and dated 1967. Original framing label verso from Semage & Co., Pettah, Sri Lanka.
Eldred's
Nov. 13, 2024
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (Sri Lanka, 1951-), (Untitled) Three monkeys., Oil on canvas, 29" x 22". Framed 31.5" x 24.5".
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
SENAKA SENANAYAKE Sri Lanka, 1951- (Untitled) Three monkeys. Signed lower right and dated 1963. Original framing label verso from Semage & Co., Pettah, Sri Lanka.
Eldred's
Sep. 26, 2024
Untitled (Women)
Est: £12,000 - £18,000
Property from a Private Italian Collection Senaka Senanayake b. 1951 Untitled (Women) Oil on canvas Signed and dated 'Senaka Senanayake / 1974' lower right 91.6 x 129.3 cm. (36 ⅛ x 50 ⅞ in.) Painted in 1974
Sotheby's
Sep. 26, 2024
Untitled (Deer)
Est: £12,000 - £18,000
Property from a Private Italian Collection Senaka Senanayake b. 1951 Untitled (Deer) Oil on canvas Signed and dated 'Senaka Senanayake / 1976' lower right 76.2 x 110 cm. (30 x 43 ¼ in.) Painted in 1976
Sotheby's
Sep. 26, 2024
Untitled (Panthers)
Est: £10,000 - £15,000
Property from a Private Italian Collection Senaka Senanayake b. 1951 Untitled (Panthers) Oil on canvas Signed and dated 'Senaka Senanayake 1974' lower right 48.2 x 101.7 cm. (19 x 40 in.) Painted in 1974
Sotheby's
Sep. 26, 2024
Untitled
Est: £5,000 - £7,000
Property from a Private German Collector Senaka Senanayake b. 1951 Untitled Oil on canvas Signed and dated '1967 / Senaka Senanayake' lower left 43.4 x 64 cm. (17 ⅛ x 25 ⅛ in.) Painted in 1967
Sotheby's
Jul. 02, 2024
Senaka Senanayake - Oil on Canvas
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
A signed (LR) Senaka Senanayake abstract figures oil on canvas Dimensions: 27x20x1.5
Regency Auction House
Jun. 29, 2024
Untitled
Est: $6,000 - $9,000
Senaka Senanayake 1951 Untitled ink on paper 2006 (CM) 54.6 36.8
ARTIANA
May. 26, 2024
SENANAYAKE Senaka (Sri Lankan b.1951), Untitled, 1970., Collage & Mixed Media on Paper, 33.5x24.5cm
Est: $800 - $1,200
SENANAYAKE, Senaka (Sri Lankan b.1951) Untitled, 1970. Signed and dated lower right. Accompanied by old Ceylon typed gift label. Collage & Mixed Media on Paper 33.5x24.5cm
Davidson Auctions
May. 17, 2024
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (SRI LANKAN, B. 1951)
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (SRI LANKAN, B. 1951) Monks (No. 9) Ink on paper Signed and dated 'Senaka Senanayake 2006, Singapore' 29.5cm x 19.5cm (unframed), 42.5cm x 32.3cm (framed) - PROVENANCE: Private Collection, Spain - NOTE: Senaka Senanayake is a renowned Sri Lankan artist celebrated for his vibrant and evocative paintings depicting the lush landscapes and rich biodiversity of his native country. Born into a family with a deep appreciation for art and nature, Senanayake's early years were steeped in exposure to the natural world, which would profoundly influence his artistic journey. From a young age, Senanayake displayed a keen interest in painting, inspired by the verdant surroundings of Sri Lanka's forests, rivers, and wildlife. He honed his skills under the guidance of prominent local artists and developed a distinctive style characterized by bold brushwork, vivid colors, and a harmonious fusion of realism and abstraction. Throughout his prolific career, Senaka Senanayake has held numerous solo exhibitions both in Sri Lanka and internationally, captivating audiences with his captivating portrayals of tropical landscapes teeming with exotic flora and fauna. His artworks evoke a sense of wonder and reverence for the natural world, inviting viewers to contemplate the beauty and fragility of the environment. Senanayake's contributions to the art world have been widely recognized, earning him critical acclaim and prestigious awards. Beyond his artistic endeavors, he is also known for his environmental activism, advocating for the conservation of Sri Lanka's biodiversity and the protection of endangered species. Today, Senaka Senanayake continues to paint prolifically, drawing inspiration from his deep connection to the natural world and using his art as a powerful tool for raising awareness about environmental issues. His legacy as a visionary artist and environmentalist endures, leaving an indelible mark on the art world and the ongoing conversation about humanity's relationship with nature. His works are in the collections of esteemed institutions, including the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, the White House, and the United Nations. They are also prominently displayed at the headquarters of National Geographic in Washington D.C.
Chiswick Auctions
May. 17, 2024
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (SRI LANKAN, B. 1951)
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (SRI LANKAN, B. 1951) Girl and Elephant (No. 8) Ink on paper Signed and dated 'Senaka Senanayake 2007' 24cm x 27cm (unframed), 42.5cm x 46cm (framed) - PROVENANCE: Private Collection, Spain - NOTE: Senaka Senanayake is a renowned Sri Lankan artist celebrated for his vibrant and evocative paintings depicting the lush landscapes and rich biodiversity of his native country. Born into a family with a deep appreciation for art and nature, Senanayake's early years were steeped in exposure to the natural world, which would profoundly influence his artistic journey. From a young age, Senanayake displayed a keen interest in painting, inspired by the verdant surroundings of Sri Lanka's forests, rivers, and wildlife. He honed his skills under the guidance of prominent local artists and developed a distinctive style characterized by bold brushwork, vivid colors, and a harmonious fusion of realism and abstraction. Throughout his prolific career, Senaka Senanayake has held numerous solo exhibitions both in Sri Lanka and internationally, captivating audiences with his captivating portrayals of tropical landscapes teeming with exotic flora and fauna. His artworks evoke a sense of wonder and reverence for the natural world, inviting viewers to contemplate the beauty and fragility of the environment. Senanayake's contributions to the art world have been widely recognized, earning him critical acclaim and prestigious awards. Beyond his artistic endeavors, he is also known for his environmental activism, advocating for the conservation of Sri Lanka's biodiversity and the protection of endangered species. Today, Senaka Senanayake continues to paint prolifically, drawing inspiration from his deep connection to the natural world and using his art as a powerful tool for raising awareness about environmental issues. His legacy as a visionary artist and environmentalist endures, leaving an indelible mark on the art world and the ongoing conversation about humanity's relationship with nature. His works are in the collections of esteemed institutions, including the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, the White House, and the United Nations. They are also prominently displayed at the headquarters of National Geographic in Washington D.C.
Chiswick Auctions
May. 17, 2024
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (SRI LANKAN, B. 1951)
Est: £1,000 - £2,000
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (SRI LANKAN, B. 1951) Faces (No. 12) Ink on paper Signed and dated 'Senaka Senanayake 2010, Singapore' 20cm x 27cm (unframed), 39cm x 46cm (framed) - PROVENANCE: Private Collection, Spain - NOTE: Senaka Senanayake is a renowned Sri Lankan artist celebrated for his vibrant and evocative paintings depicting the lush landscapes and rich biodiversity of his native country. Born into a family with a deep appreciation for art and nature, Senanayake's early years were steeped in exposure to the natural world, which would profoundly influence his artistic journey. From a young age, Senanayake displayed a keen interest in painting, inspired by the verdant surroundings of Sri Lanka's forests, rivers, and wildlife. He honed his skills under the guidance of prominent local artists and developed a distinctive style characterized by bold brushwork, vivid colors, and a harmonious fusion of realism and abstraction. Throughout his prolific career, Senaka Senanayake has held numerous solo exhibitions both in Sri Lanka and internationally, captivating audiences with his captivating portrayals of tropical landscapes teeming with exotic flora and fauna. His artworks evoke a sense of wonder and reverence for the natural world, inviting viewers to contemplate the beauty and fragility of the environment. Senanayake's contributions to the art world have been widely recognized, earning him critical acclaim and prestigious awards. Beyond his artistic endeavors, he is also known for his environmental activism, advocating for the conservation of Sri Lanka's biodiversity and the protection of endangered species. Today, Senaka Senanayake continues to paint prolifically, drawing inspiration from his deep connection to the natural world and using his art as a powerful tool for raising awareness about environmental issues. His legacy as a visionary artist and environmentalist endures, leaving an indelible mark on the art world and the ongoing conversation about humanity's relationship with nature. His works are in the collections of esteemed institutions, including the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, the White House, and the United Nations. They are also prominently displayed at the headquarters of National Geographic in Washington D.C.
Chiswick Auctions
May. 17, 2024
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (SRI LANKAN, B. 1951)
Est: £1,000 - £2,000
SENAKA SENANAYAKE (SRI LANKAN, B. 1951) Faces (No. 11) Ink on paper Signed and dated 'Senaka Senanayake 2010, Singapore' 20.5cm x 27cm (unframed), 39cm x 46cm (framed) - PROVENANCE: Private Collection, Spain - NOTE: Senaka Senanayake is a renowned Sri Lankan artist celebrated for his vibrant and evocative paintings depicting the lush landscapes and rich biodiversity of his native country. Born into a family with a deep appreciation for art and nature, Senanayake's early years were steeped in exposure to the natural world, which would profoundly influence his artistic journey. From a young age, Senanayake displayed a keen interest in painting, inspired by the verdant surroundings of Sri Lanka's forests, rivers, and wildlife. He honed his skills under the guidance of prominent local artists and developed a distinctive style characterized by bold brushwork, vivid colors, and a harmonious fusion of realism and abstraction. Throughout his prolific career, Senaka Senanayake has held numerous solo exhibitions both in Sri Lanka and internationally, captivating audiences with his captivating portrayals of tropical landscapes teeming with exotic flora and fauna. His artworks evoke a sense of wonder and reverence for the natural world, inviting viewers to contemplate the beauty and fragility of the environment. Senanayake's contributions to the art world have been widely recognized, earning him critical acclaim and prestigious awards. Beyond his artistic endeavors, he is also known for his environmental activism, advocating for the conservation of Sri Lanka's biodiversity and the protection of endangered species. Today, Senaka Senanayake continues to paint prolifically, drawing inspiration from his deep connection to the natural world and using his art as a powerful tool for raising awareness about environmental issues. His legacy as a visionary artist and environmentalist endures, leaving an indelible mark on the art world and the ongoing conversation about humanity's relationship with nature. His works are in the collections of esteemed institutions, including the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, the White House, and the United Nations. They are also prominently displayed at the headquarters of National Geographic in Washington D.C.
Chiswick Auctions
Apr. 19, 2024
Painting, Senaka Senanayake
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Senaka Senanayake (Sri Lankan, b. 1951), "Coconut Workers," 1962, oil on canvas board, signed and dated lower left, accompanied by original title label card, sight: 26.5"h x 18"w, overall (with frame): 32"h x 23.75"w. Provenance: Collection of David G. Fleet (San Diego, California); Private Collection (Silicon Valley, California)
Clars Auctions