DAVID CLAYTON DRUM (b. 1944)
What is DAVID CLAYTON DRUM’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 64 auction results for DAVID CLAYTON DRUM at 1 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $213 including buyer’s premium (middle half $150–$576, n=5). The auction record is $608 for POPPIES (2026, Waddingtons). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | POPPIES | OIL AND DRY PIGMENT ON HARDBOARD | $608 | Waddingtons | Feb 2026 |
| 2 | AUGUSTUS JOHN'S MARCHESA CASATI | OIL PASTEL ON CANVAS, GLUED DOWN ON HARDBOARD | $576 | Waddingtons | Nov 2025 |
| 3 | UNTITLED (WILD FLOWERS) | OIL ON MASONITE | $450 | Waddingtons | Mar 2017 |
| 4 | LE BISTINGO ENCHANTED WATER GARDEN, 1993 | OIL & OIL PASTEL ON BOARD | $440 | Waddingtons | Oct 2014 |
| 5 | WILD CALIFORNIA POPPIES AND QUEEN ANNE'S LACE, 1993 | OIL & OIL PASTEL | $410 | Waddingtons | Dec 2019 |
| 6 | 42ND STREET BOOGIE, 1976 | OIL ON CANVAS | $358 | Waddingtons | Nov 2021 |
| 7 | OPENING WATERLILIES - EARLY MORNING, 1996 | OIL ON HARDBOARD | $213 | Waddingtons | Nov 2025 |
| 8 | BREAKTHROUGH | OIL ON GLASS PANEL | $196 | Waddingtons | Dec 2017 |
| 9 | SUMMER IDYL; ROSES, 1980 | COLLAGE AND PASTEL ON CARD | $150 | Waddingtons | Nov 2025 |
| 10 | PATH IN THE GATINEAU, 1986 | OIL ON MILLBOARD | $122 | Waddingtons | Dec 2017 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 10 | $384 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 9 | $410 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 64 results from 1 houses · How we compute these figures
DAVID CLAYTON DRUM is a Canadian artist with 63 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $285.
A work by DAVID CLAYTON DRUM sold in 2026 for $608, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View DAVID CLAYTON DRUM on OpeningBid →What is a DAVID CLAYTON DRUM work worth?
Across 63 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a DAVID CLAYTON DRUM work is $285.
The median DAVID CLAYTON DRUM painting sells for $384 across 53 lots.
The median DAVID CLAYTON DRUM work on paper sells for $150 across 10 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 53 | $384 | $608 | — | 2026-02-05 |
| Works on Paper | 10 | $150 | $150 | — | 2025-11-06 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $213–$450 | $410 | $608 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2026 | $608 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $576 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $150 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a DAVID CLAYTON DRUM worth?
Across 63 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a DAVID CLAYTON DRUM work is $285. The median DAVID CLAYTON DRUM painting sells for $384 across 53 lots. The median DAVID CLAYTON DRUM work on paper sells for $150 across 10 lots.
What is the average price of a DAVID CLAYTON DRUM painting?
Based on 53 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a DAVID CLAYTON DRUM painting is $384.
What is DAVID CLAYTON DRUM's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a DAVID CLAYTON DRUM painting is $608.
What is DAVID CLAYTON DRUM's auction record?
DAVID CLAYTON DRUM's auction record is $608, set in 2026.
See the full DAVID CLAYTON DRUM record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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