David Gauld (1866–1936)
What is David Gauld’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 38 auction results for David Gauld at 7 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $3,026 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,232–$4,214, n=16). The auction record is $66,000 for the procession of st. agnes (2007, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | the procession of st. agnes | Oil on canvas | $66,000 | Sotheby's | Apr 2007 |
| 2 | TWO AYRSHIRES IN SUMMER SUNSHINE | <p>Signed, oil on canvas</p> | $13,127 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2025 |
| 3 | ELEGANT FIGURES IN THE STREET, CHELTENHAM | Signed and inscribed, pen and ink and watercolour | $12,568 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2023 |
| 4 | SUMMER PASTURES | <p>Signed, oil on canvas</p> | $8,901 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2025 |
| 5 | WATERMILL IN FRANCE | Signed, oil on canvas | $7,401 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2024 |
| 6 | Ayrshire calves, 1865 | — | $7,072 | Christie's | Mar 2016 |
| 7 | FRENCH VILLAGE BY A RIVER | <p>Signed, oil on canvas</p> | $7,001 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2025 |
| 8 | Two calves, 1865 | Painting | $6,464 | Bonhams | Apr 2010 |
| 9 | CALVES BY THE SEA | Signed, oil on canvas | $5,774 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2022 |
| 10 | Portrait of Mrs Gauld, three-quarter-length, with fur wrap, 1865 | Portrait | $5,174 | Christie's | Apr 2021 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 31 | $3,218 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 25 | $3,218 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $1,823 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 38 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
David Gauld is a British (modern) artist with 41 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $3,359.
A work by David Gauld sold in 2026 for $4,102, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View David Gauld on OpeningBid →What is a David Gauld work worth?
Across 36 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a David Gauld work is $3,359.
The median David Gauld painting sells for $3,218 across 31 lots.
The median David Gauld work on paper sells for $2,367 across 3 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) David Gauld paintings typically sell for $2,643–$4,661 (the middle half of 26 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 35 | $3,218† | $13,127 | 88.6% | 2026-06-23 |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $2,367† | $12,568 | — | 2025-09-17 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 26 | $2,643–$4,661† | $3,359† | $13,127 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2025 | $13,127 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $12,568 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $8,901 |
| Works on Paper | 2005 | $2,367 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a David Gauld worth?
Across 36 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a David Gauld work is $3,359. The median David Gauld painting sells for $3,218 across 31 lots. The median David Gauld work on paper sells for $2,367 across 3 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) David Gauld paintings typically sell for $2,643–$4,661 (the middle half of 26 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a David Gauld painting?
Based on 31 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a David Gauld painting is $3,218. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is David Gauld's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a David Gauld painting is $13,127.
What is the average price of a medium David Gauld painting?
Based on 26 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium David Gauld painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $3,359, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is David Gauld's auction record?
David Gauld's auction record is $66,000, set in 2007.
See the full David Gauld record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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