David West (1868–1935)
What is David West’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 16 auction results for David West at 4 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,010 including buyer’s premium (middle half $607–$1,749, n=8). The auction record is $2,705 for SNOW-COVERED LANDSCAPE (2026, Lyon & Turnbull). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SNOW-COVERED LANDSCAPE | Signed lower right, watercolour | $2,705 | Lyon & Turnbull | Oct 2026 |
| 2 | ON THE MORAY COAST, COVESEA LIGHTHOUSE IN THE DISTANCE | <p>Signed, watercolour</p> | $1,925 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2025 |
| 3 | ON THE MORAY COAST | Signed lower right, watercolour | $1,690 | Lyon & Turnbull | Oct 2026 |
| 4 | WINTERY SIGNS, SCOTLAND | Signed lower right, watercolour | $1,091 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2026 |
| 5 | Sand and surf, 1868 | Watercolour | $1,053 | Bonhams | Oct 2009 |
| 6 | COASTAL SCENE | Signed lower right, watercolour | $1,037 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2023 |
| 7 | The Windmill | Oil on canvas | $940 | James Adam Salesrooms | Dec 2014 |
| 8 | A RIVER LANDSCAPE | Signed lower right, watercolour | $930 | Lyon & Turnbull | Oct 2026 |
| 9 | SUNNY DAY, LOSSIEMOUTH BEACH | Signed lower left, watercolour | $877 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2023 |
| 10 | ON THE ESTUARY | <p>Signed lower right, watercolour</p> | $653 | Lyon & Turnbull | Feb 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 13 | $930 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 6 | $988 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $791 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 16 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
David West is a British (modern) artist with 16 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $988. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by David West sold in 2026 for $2,705, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full David West record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View David West on OpeningBid →What is a David West work worth?
Across 16 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a David West work is $988.
The median David West work on paper sells for $877 across 11 lots.
The median David West painting sells for $997 across 2 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 | 2 | $997 | $1,053 | — | 2014-12-16 |
| Works on Paper | 11 | $877‡ | $2,637‡ | — | 2026-06-23 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $486–$653 | $629 | $1,091 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $917–$2,386‡ | $1,481‡ | $2,637‡ |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2007 | $2,637‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2007 | $2,539‡ |
| Paintings | 2009 | $1,053 |
| Paintings | 2014 | $940 |
‡ 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 David West worth?
Across 16 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a David West work is $988. The median David West work on paper sells for $877 across 11 lots. The median David West painting sells for $997 across 2 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a David West work on paper?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a David West work on paper is $877. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is David West's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a David West work on paper is $2,637. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is David West's auction record?
David West's auction record is $2,705, set in 2026.
See the full David West record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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