David Michie (1928–2015)
What is David Michie’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 68 auction results for David Michie at 6 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $634 including buyer’s premium (middle half $487–$1,135, n=21). The auction record is $4,272 for ON THE BEACH (2026, Lyon & Turnbull). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ON THE BEACH | <p>Signed lower right, oil on canvas </p> | $4,272 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2026 |
| 2 | A Garden in Lisbon, 1961 | Signed lower right, oil on board | $3,359 | Lyon & Turnbull | Aug 2022 |
| 3 | CORNER OF THE TERRACE, 1971 | Signed and dated lower left, oil on canvas | $3,069 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2022 |
| 4 | GOLDFISH | Signed lower right, oil on canvas | $3,069 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2022 |
| 5 | REFLECTIONS AND FROGS | <p>Signed lower left, oil on canvas</p> | $2,848 | Lyon & Turnbull | Aug 2025 |
| 6 | ARGYLE ARMS, POTTERROW | Signed, oil on board | $2,458 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2022 |
| 7 | Dragonflies in a grassy field, 1990 | Signed lower right, oil on canvas | $1,934 | Lyon & Turnbull | Aug 2024 |
| 8 | My Heart Is a Garden, circa 1964/6 | Signed lower right, oil on canvas | $1,934 | Lyon & Turnbull | Aug 2024 |
| 9 | Stones at Callinish, 1975 | Signed and dated lower left, oil on canvas | $1,876 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2022 |
| 10 | FISHES UNDER THE BOAT | Signed lower left, oil on board | $1,804 | Lyon & Turnbull | Apr 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 56 | $749 |
| Works on paper | 7 | $525 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 24 | $1,104 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 37 | $634 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 68 results from 6 houses · How we compute these figures
David Michie is a Scottish artist with 75 auction lots recorded since 2019, median price $703. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by David Michie sold in 2026 for $1,031, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View David Michie on OpeningBid →What is a David Michie work worth?
Across 66 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a David Michie work is $703.
The median David Michie painting sells for $770 across 56 lots.
The median David Michie work on paper sells for $525 across 7 lots.
The median David Michie sculpture sells for $670 across 1 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) David Michie paintings typically sell for $538–$752 (the middle half of 30 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) David Michie paintings typically sell for $859–$2,458 (the middle half of 21 sold lots).
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 1 | $116 | $116 | — | 2025-11-26 |
| Paintings | 59 | $770‡ | $4,272 | 94.9% | 2026-08-12 |
| Works on Paper | 8 | $525 | $1,188 | 87.5% | 2025-02-11 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $670 | $670 | — | 2024-10-02 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $3,214 | $4,272 | — | 2026-01-14 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
David Michie's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (1 lots) median $116. Paintings (59 lots) median $770, record $4,272. A typical David Michie painting sells for around 6.6× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 4 lots) the median is $3,214.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 30 | $538–$752‡ | $656‡ | $1,804 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 21 | $859–$2,458 | $1,369 | $4,272 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $1,347–$1,934‡ | $1,379‡ | $1,934 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $400–$987 | $534 | $1,188 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2026 | $4,272 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $3,359 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $1,188 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $1,135 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2024 | $670 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $116 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a David Michie worth?
Across 66 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a David Michie work is $703. The median David Michie painting sells for $770 across 56 lots. The median David Michie work on paper sells for $525 across 7 lots. The median David Michie sculpture sells for $670 across 1 lots. Small (under 50 cm) David Michie paintings typically sell for $538–$752 (the middle half of 30 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) David Michie paintings typically sell for $859–$2,458 (the middle half of 21 sold lots). Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a David Michie painting?
Based on 56 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a David Michie painting is $770. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is David Michie's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a David Michie painting is $4,272.
What is the average price of a small David Michie painting?
Based on 30 sold lots, the median auction price of a small David Michie painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $656, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a medium David Michie painting?
Based on 21 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium David Michie painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,369, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is David Michie's auction record?
David Michie's auction record is $4,272, set in 2026.
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