David Reade
What is David Reade’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 58 auction results for David Reade at 2 houses since 2012. Over the last 24 months the median price was $192 including buyer’s premium (middle half $125–$283, n=37). The auction record is $2,898 for Glass perfume bottle and stopper with amber and teal inclusions (2026, Strauss and Co). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 47 | $192 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $279 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 58 results from 2 houses · How we compute these figures
David Reade is a South African artist with 29 auction lots recorded since 2012, median price $178. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by David Reade sold in 2026 for a hammer price of $310 (buyer's premium not included), according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View David Reade on OpeningBid →What is a David Reade work worth?
Across 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a David Reade work is $178.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $1,656 | $2,898 | — | 2026-06-24 |
Frequently asked questions
What is a David Reade worth?
Across 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a David Reade work is $178. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is David Reade's auction record?
David Reade's auction record is $2,898, set in 2026.
See the full David Reade record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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