Berthe Des Clayes (1877–1968)
What is Berthe Des Clayes’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 74 auction results for Berthe Des Clayes at 3 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $721 including buyer’s premium (middle half $384–$764, n=5). The auction record is $6,243 for PATIENCE (2017, Waddingtons). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PATIENCE | Oil on canvas signed 16 ins x 12 ins | $6,243 | Waddingtons | May 2017 |
| 2 | HORSE AND SLEIGH ON WINTER ROAD | Oil on canvas signed 16 ins x 20.25 ins | $3,455 | Waddingtons | May 2015 |
| 3 | ROAD TO THE FARM | Pastel signed 734.0" x 912.0" (19.4 cm x 23.8 cm) Estima | $3,189 | Waddingtons | May 2007 |
| 4 | HAULING ICE | Oil on canvas signed 18 ins x 24 ins | $2,497 | Waddingtons | Nov 2016 |
| 5 | AN EARLY SNOW | Oil on board signed 8 ins x 10 ins | $2,164 | Waddingtons | Mar 2017 |
| 6 | UNTITLED (MY THIRSTY FRIEND) | OIL ON CANVAS | $1,816 | Waddingtons | Aug 2023 |
| 7 | SANDY COVE, NOVA SCOTIA | Oil on canvas signed 24 ins x 32 ins | $1,350 | Waddingtons | Jun 2018 |
| 8 | LOADING LOGS ON THE FARM | OIL ON CANVAS | $1,076 | Waddingtons | Oct 2025 |
| 9 | BACK TO THE FARM | Pastel signed 8 ins x 10 ins | $1,045 | Waddingtons | May 2009 |
| 10 | THE RED BARN | Pastel signed 10 ins x 13.5 ins | $1,014 | Waddingtons | Sep 2016 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 8 | $1,990 |
| Works on paper | 15 | $460 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 5 | $1,816 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $555 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 74 results from 3 houses · How we compute these figures
Berthe Des Clayes is a Canadian artist with 75 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $764.
A work by Berthe Des Clayes sold in 2026 for $764, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Berthe Des Clayes on OpeningBid →What is a Berthe Des Clayes work worth?
Across 73 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Berthe Des Clayes work is $764.
The median Berthe Des Clayes work on paper sells for $508 across 43 lots.
The median Berthe Des Clayes painting sells for $1,990 across 28 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 28 | $1,990 | $6,243 | — | 2025-10-02 |
| Works on Paper | 44 | $508 | $3,189 | 97.7% | 2026-04-02 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $1,467–$3,216 | $2,156 | $6,378 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 15 | $364–$880 | $460 | $3,189 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2007 | $6,378 |
| Paintings | 2017 | $6,243 |
| Works on Paper | 2007 | $3,189 |
| Works on Paper | 2009 | $1,045 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Berthe Des Clayes worth?
Across 73 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Berthe Des Clayes work is $764. The median Berthe Des Clayes work on paper sells for $508 across 43 lots. The median Berthe Des Clayes painting sells for $1,990 across 28 lots.
What is the average price of a Berthe Des Clayes work on paper?
Based on 43 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Berthe Des Clayes work on paper is $508.
What is Berthe Des Clayes's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Berthe Des Clayes work on paper is $3,189.
What is the average price of a Berthe Des Clayes painting?
Based on 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Berthe Des Clayes painting is $1,990.
What is Berthe Des Clayes's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Berthe Des Clayes painting is $6,243.
What is the average price of a small Berthe Des Clayes work on paper?
Based on 15 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Berthe Des Clayes work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $460, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Berthe Des Clayes's auction record?
Berthe Des Clayes's auction record is $6,243, set in 2017.
See the full Berthe Des Clayes record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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