Bet Low (1924–2007)
What is Bet Low’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 51 auction results for Bet Low at 5 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $999 including buyer’s premium (middle half $592–$1,780, n=18). The auction record is $5,056 for CLOUD AND LIGHT, THE SMALL ISLES (2024, Lyon & Turnbull). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CLOUD AND LIGHT, THE SMALL ISLES | Signed lower right, watercolour | $5,056 | Lyon & Turnbull | Apr 2024 |
| 2 | GRAEMSAY & HOY | Signed lower right, watercolour and gouache | $3,868 | Lyon & Turnbull | Aug 2024 |
| 3 | HOY AT SUNSET | <p>Signed lower right, inscribed with title to artist's label verso, watercolour</p> | $3,568 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2025 |
| 4 | MIDNIGHT | <p>Signed lower right, watercolour </p> | $3,559 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2026 |
| 5 | LIGHT NIGHT | Signed lower right, watercolour and bodycolour | $3,069 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2022 |
| 6 | RACKWICK (HOY, ORKNEY) | Signed lower left, inscribed to artist's label verso, watercolour | $3,054 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2023 |
| 7 | ISLANDS AT NIGHT | Signed lower right, mixed media on paper | $2,844 | Lyon & Turnbull | Apr 2024 |
| 8 | UNTITLED (DISTANT MISTY LANDFORM) | <p>Signed lower right, watercolour and pastels</p> | $2,492 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2026 |
| 9 | GLIMPS HOLM FROM BURRAY I | Signed lower left, titled to artist's label verso, watercolour | $2,405 | Lyon & Turnbull | Aug 2023 |
| 10 | Sea Swell, Scapa Flow | Signed lower right, titled to artist's label verso, watercolour | $2,405 | Lyon & Turnbull | Aug 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 11 | $1,428 |
| Works on paper | 36 | $1,019 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 17 | $1,428 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 33 | $1,207 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 51 results from 5 houses · How we compute these figures
Bet Low is a Scottish artist with 52 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $1,217. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Bet Low sold in 2026 for $2,492, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Bet Low on OpeningBid →What is a Bet Low work worth?
Across 51 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Bet Low work is $1,217.
The median Bet Low work on paper sells for $1,257 across 32 lots.
The median Bet Low painting sells for $1,428 across 11 lots.
The median Bet Low print sells for $865 across 3 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Bet Low work on papers typically sell for $536–$2,054 (the middle half of 21 sold lots).
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 3 | $865 | $2,045 | — | 2023-04-04 |
| Paintings | 11 | $1,428 | $2,492 | — | 2026-01-14 |
| Works on Paper | 32 | $1,257 | $5,056 | — | 2026-06-23 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $543 | $543 | — | 2022-02-09 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $3,868 | $5,056 | — | 2025-01-22 |
Bet Low's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (3 lots) median $865. Paintings (11 lots) median $1,428, record $2,492. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 3 lots) the median is $3,868.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $1,387–$2,375 | $1,799 | $2,492 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $1,138–$1,445 | $1,381 | $1,924 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 21 | $536–$2,054 | $1,217 | $3,568 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 11 | $848–$2,730 | $1,527 | $5,056 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $5,056 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $3,868 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $2,492 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $2,375 |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $2,045 |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $865 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2022 | $543 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Bet Low worth?
Across 51 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Bet Low work is $1,217. The median Bet Low work on paper sells for $1,257 across 32 lots. The median Bet Low painting sells for $1,428 across 11 lots. The median Bet Low print sells for $865 across 3 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Bet Low work on papers typically sell for $536–$2,054 (the middle half of 21 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Bet Low work on paper?
Based on 32 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Bet Low work on paper is $1,257.
What is Bet Low's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Bet Low work on paper is $5,056.
What is the average price of a Bet Low painting?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Bet Low painting is $1,428.
What is Bet Low's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Bet Low painting is $2,492.
What is the average price of a small Bet Low work on paper?
Based on 21 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Bet Low work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,217, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a medium Bet Low work on paper?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Bet Low work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,527, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Bet Low's auction record?
Bet Low's auction record is $5,056, set in 2024.
See the full Bet Low record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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