Alastair Morton (1910–1963)
What is Alastair Morton’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 34 auction results for Alastair Morton at 7 houses since 2006. Over the last 24 months the median price was $3,691 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,460–$6,695, n=8). The auction record is $83,462 for Opus 9 Red and Blue Stripes (2018, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Opus 9 Red and Blue Stripes, 1910 | Oil paint | $83,462 | Christie's | Mar 2018 |
| 2 | Abstract 1940, 1910 | Oil paint | $45,255 | Christie's | Nov 2006 |
| 3 | Opus 11 (white, lilac, yellow), 1937 | Oil paint | $44,869 | Christie's | Oct 2021 |
| 4 | Leonora No. 1 Circle Enclosed and White, 1910 | Oil paint | $36,204 | Christie's | Nov 2006 |
| 5 | Opus 9 Red and Blue Stripes, 1910 | Oil paint | $36,204 | Christie's | Nov 2006 |
| 6 | Opus 4 (blue ground), 1910 | Oil paint | $26,350 | Christie's | Jun 2018 |
| 7 | Opus 20, 1938 | Painting | $22,435 | Christie's | Oct 2021 |
| 8 | Black over Blue, with Red, 1942 | Painting | $20,709 | Christie's | Oct 2021 |
| 9 | Circle Enclosed, 1945 | Oil paint | $18,983 | Christie's | Oct 2021 |
| 10 | Untitled (oil on board), 1941 | Oil on board | $13,987 | Sotheby's | Mar 2021 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 15 | $20,709 |
| Works on paper | 15 | $1,764 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 13 | $20,709 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 20 | $1,633 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 34 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
Alastair Morton is a British (modern) artist with 40 auction lots recorded since 2002, median price $3,693. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Alastair Morton sold in 2026 for $5,664, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Alastair Morton on OpeningBid →What is a Alastair Morton work worth?
Across 34 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Alastair Morton work is $3,693.
The median Alastair Morton work on paper sells for $1,764 across 19 lots.
The median Alastair Morton painting sells for $20,709 across 15 lots.
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 15 | $20,709 | $83,462 | — | 2025-06-25 |
| Works on Paper | 20 | $1,764‡ | $9,292 | 95% | 2026-06-30 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $1,397–$13,918 | $9,079 | $44,869 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $20,709–$36,204 | $26,350 | $83,462 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 15 | $795–$2,045‡ | $1,335‡ | $7,072 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2018 | $83,462 |
| Paintings | 2006 | $45,255 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $9,292 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $7,072 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Alastair Morton worth?
Across 34 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Alastair Morton work is $3,693. The median Alastair Morton work on paper sells for $1,764 across 19 lots. The median Alastair Morton painting sells for $20,709 across 15 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Alastair Morton work on paper?
Based on 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Alastair Morton work on paper is $1,764. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Alastair Morton's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Alastair Morton work on paper is $9,292.
What is the average price of a Alastair Morton painting?
Based on 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Alastair Morton painting is $20,709.
What is Alastair Morton's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Alastair Morton painting is $83,462.
What is the average price of a small Alastair Morton work on paper?
Based on 15 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Alastair Morton work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,335, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Alastair Morton's auction record?
Alastair Morton's auction record is $83,462, set in 2018.
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