Adelaide Perry (1891–1973)
What is Adelaide Perry’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 48 auction results for Adelaide Perry at 4 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,678 including buyer’s premium (middle half $545–$3,994, n=20). The auction record is $12,999 for GREEN AND SILVERY (2024, Deutscher and Hackett). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GREEN AND SILVERY, 1929 | Oil on canvas | $12,999 | Deutscher and Hackett | Apr 2024 |
| 2 | Green and Silvery, 1929 | Oil on canvas | $11,957 | Deutscher and Hackett | Apr 2024 |
| 3 | EVENING, SYDNEY HARBOUR | Oil on composition board | $8,443 | Deutscher and Hackett | Jun 2025 |
| 4 | Young Girl, 1928 | Oil on canvas | $7,010 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Mar 2026 |
| 5 | Ballet Dancer, 1937 | Oil on canvas | $6,887 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Nov 2025 |
| 6 | STILL LIFE WITH LILIES, 1934 | Oil on canvas | $5,231 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2012 |
| 7 | ACROSS THE LANE COVE RIVER, WOOLWICH, 1948 | Oil on composition board | $5,169 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2019 |
| 8 | Roses and Snowballs, 1944 | Oil on board | $4,659 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Aug 2025 |
| 9 | Pink Magnolias | Oil on board | $4,456 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Aug 2025 |
| 10 | The Blue Iris (Mixed Bunch), 1936 | Oil on canvas | $3,840 | Lawsons Auctioneers | May 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 21 | $3,241 |
| Other | 6 | $300 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 13 | $4,659 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $625 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 48 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Adelaide Perry is an Australia artist with 71 auction lots recorded since 2006, median price $2,292. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Adelaide Perry sold in 2026 for $2,325, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Adelaide Perry on OpeningBid →What is a Adelaide Perry work worth?
Across 47 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Adelaide Perry work is $2,292.
The median Adelaide Perry painting sells for $2,453 across 35 lots.
The median Adelaide Perry work on paper sells for $300 across 8 lots.
The median Adelaide Perry print sells for $1,679 across 2 lots.
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 4 | $1,679 | $3,242 | 50% | 2025-07-17 |
| Paintings | 49 | $2,453†‡ | $12,999 | 71.4% | 2026-04-20 |
| Works on Paper | 15 | $300† | $625 | 53.3% | 2026-09-02 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $11,957 | $12,999 | — | 2025-06-10 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Adelaide Perry's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (4 lots) median $1,679 with 50% sell-through. Paintings (49 lots) median $2,453, record $12,999. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 3 lots) the median is $11,957.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $731–$2,761†‡ | $2,292†‡ | $4,533† |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 18 | $1,891–$5,215†‡ | $3,950†‡ | $12,999 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $242–$362† | $300† | $625 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2024 | $12,999 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $11,957 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $3,242 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $625 |
| Works on Paper | 2015 | $476 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $117 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Adelaide Perry worth?
Across 47 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Adelaide Perry work is $2,292. The median Adelaide Perry painting sells for $2,453 across 35 lots. The median Adelaide Perry work on paper sells for $300 across 8 lots. The median Adelaide Perry print sells for $1,679 across 2 lots. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Adelaide Perry painting?
Based on 35 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Adelaide Perry painting is $2,453. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Adelaide Perry's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Adelaide Perry painting is $12,999.
What is the average price of a Adelaide Perry work on paper?
Based on 8 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Adelaide Perry work on paper is $300. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Adelaide Perry's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Adelaide Perry work on paper is $625.
What is the average price of a medium Adelaide Perry painting?
Based on 18 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Adelaide Perry painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $3,950, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a small Adelaide Perry painting?
Based on 17 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Adelaide Perry painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $2,292, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Adelaide Perry's auction record?
Adelaide Perry's auction record is $12,999, set in 2024.
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