Alfred Wallis (1855–1942)
What is Alfred Wallis’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 140 auction results for Alfred Wallis at 9 houses since 1998. Over the last 24 months the median price was $35,875 including buyer’s premium (middle half $20,809–$86,387, n=16). The auction record is $245,639 for Mount's Bay (2025, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mount's Bay, 1855 | Oil paint | $245,639 | Christie's | Oct 2025 |
| 2 | Boat and Lighthouse | Oil on canvas | $168,714 | Tajan | Jan 2018 |
| 3 | St Ives Harbour, 1855 | Oil paint | $160,456 | Christie's | Mar 2026 |
| 4 | Mount's Bay with St Michael's Mount, 1855 | Painting | $147,001 | Bonhams | Jun 2022 |
| 5 | A Steamship and a Schooner Passing the Coast (recto); A Path Through a Wood (verso), 1855 | Pencil | $123,930 | Bonhams | Jul 2020 |
| 6 | Schooner and a lighthouse, 1855 | Oil paint | $120,430 | Christie's | Nov 2018 |
| 7 | Boats, Cliff and Lighthouse, 1855 | Oil paint | $114,838 | Christie's | Oct 2024 |
| 8 | Schooner and Lighthouse | Oil and pencil on card | $112,404 | Sotheby's | May 2010 |
| 9 | Pier with Boats and Fish, 1855 | Pencil | $108,413 | Bonhams | Jun 2022 |
| 10 | Steamer in Rough Sea | Oil on card | $101,734 | Christie's | Oct 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 68 | $52,204 |
| Works on paper | 7 | $36,177 |
| Other | 53 | $22,623 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 12 | $71,337 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 104 | $30,676 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 140 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Alfred Wallis is a British (modern) artist with 157 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $31,509. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Alfred Wallis sold in 2026 for $36,177, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 140 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Alfred Wallis work is $31,509.
The median Alfred Wallis painting sells for $37,612 across 69 lots.
The median Alfred Wallis work on paper sells for $25,542 across 56 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Alfred Wallis paintings typically sell for $23,583–$64,694 (the middle half of 59 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Alfred Wallis work on papers typically sell for $16,812–$39,061 (the middle half of 46 sold 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 | 69 | $37,612‡ | $245,639 | — | 2026-10-01 |
| Works on Paper | 62 | $25,542‡ | $123,930 | 90.3% | 2026-10-17 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 10 | $122,180 | $245,639 | — | 2026-10-15 |
‡ 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) | 59 | $23,583–$64,694‡ | $37,412‡ | $160,456 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $57,929–$144,572 | $84,098 | $245,639 |
‡ 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) | 46 | $16,812–$39,061 | $22,215 | $123,930 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $31,844–$62,388 | $62,108 | $93,257 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2025 | $245,639 |
| Paintings | 2018 | $168,714 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $123,930 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $108,413 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Alfred Wallis worth?
Across 140 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Alfred Wallis work is $31,509. The median Alfred Wallis painting sells for $37,612 across 69 lots. The median Alfred Wallis work on paper sells for $25,542 across 56 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Alfred Wallis paintings typically sell for $23,583–$64,694 (the middle half of 59 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Alfred Wallis work on papers typically sell for $16,812–$39,061 (the middle half of 46 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Alfred Wallis painting?
Based on 69 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Alfred Wallis painting is $37,612. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Alfred Wallis's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Alfred Wallis painting is $245,639.
What is the average price of a Alfred Wallis work on paper?
Based on 56 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Alfred Wallis work on paper is $25,542. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Alfred Wallis's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Alfred Wallis work on paper is $123,930.
What is the average price of a small Alfred Wallis painting?
Based on 59 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Alfred Wallis painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $37,412, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a small Alfred Wallis work on paper?
Based on 46 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Alfred Wallis work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $22,215, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Alfred Wallis's auction record?
Alfred Wallis's auction record is $245,639, set in 2025.
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