Catherine Read (1723–1778)
Catherine Read is a British artist with 9 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $1,645. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Catherine Read sold in 2025 for $4,990, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Catherine Read on OpeningBid →What is a Catherine Read work worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Catherine Read work is $1,645.
The median Catherine Read work on paper sells for $3,318 across 4 lots.
The median Catherine Read painting sells for $1,360 across 3 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 | 3 | $1,360‡ | $3,626‡ | — | 2022-09-21 |
| Works on Paper | 6 | $3,318‡ | $5,541 | 66.7% | 2025-07-09 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $5,541 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $4,990 |
| Paintings | 2007 | $3,626‡ |
| Paintings | 2018 | $1,360‡ |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Catherine Read worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Catherine Read work is $1,645. The median Catherine Read work on paper sells for $3,318 across 4 lots. The median Catherine Read painting sells for $1,360 across 3 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Catherine Read's auction record?
Catherine Read's auction record is $5,541, set in 2021.
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