David Young Cameron (1865–1945)
What is David Young Cameron’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 153 auction results for David Young Cameron at 28 houses since 1991. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,745 including buyer’s premium (middle half $935–$7,309, n=12). The auction record is $32,923 for Castle Urquhart and Loch Ness (2021, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Castle Urquhart and Loch Ness, 1865 | — | $32,923 | Christie's | Jul 2021 |
| 2 | The Temple of Venus, Rome, 1923 | Oil on canvas | $32,008 | Christie's | Mar 2016 |
| 3 | Morning Mists, 1865 | Oil on canvas | $19,948 | Christie's | Dec 2020 |
| 4 | Sir David Young Cameron RA, RSA, RWS (Scottish 1865-1945) View over moorland and mountains | Oil on canvas | $16,848 | Woolley and Wallis | Nov 2017 |
| 5 | EVENING IN BADENOCH, 1941 | Signed, signed, inscribed and dated 1941 on the stretcher verso, oil on canvas | $11,397 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2022 |
| 6 | THE PEAKS | Signed, oil on canvas | $11,110 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2026 |
| 7 | Ben Vair | Oil on canvas | $9,511 | Roseberys London | Mar 2023 |
| 8 | THERMAE OF CARACALLA, ROME | <p>Signed, oil on canvas</p> | $8,751 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2025 |
| 9 | THE CAIRNGORMS IN AUTUMN | Signed, signed and inscribed verso, oil on canvas | $8,705 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2023 |
| 10 | DUNVEGAN CASTLE, SKYE | <p>Signed, oil on canvas</p> | $7,876 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 28 | $6,651 |
| Other | 10 | $1,214 |
| Works on paper | 19 | $772 |
| Prints | 42 | $294 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 17 | $7,001 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 63 | $674 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 153 results from 28 houses · How we compute these figures
David Young Cameron is a British (modern) artist with 192 auction lots recorded since 1991, median price $584. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by David Young Cameron sold in 2026 for $11,110, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View David Young Cameron on OpeningBid →What is a David Young Cameron work worth?
Across 139 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a David Young Cameron work is $584.
The median David Young Cameron print sells for $201 across 73 lots.
The median David Young Cameron painting sells for $4,180 across 34 lots.
The median David Young Cameron work on paper sells for $772 across 23 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) David Young Cameron prints typically sell for $100–$356 (the middle half of 61 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) David Young Cameron work on papers typically sell for $517–$1,397 (the middle half of 22 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 | 100 | $201†‡ | $1,495 | 73% | 2026-09-17 |
| Paintings | 42 | $4,180†‡ | $32,008 | 81% | 2026-06-04 |
| Works on Paper | 33 | $772†‡ | $4,399 | 69.7% | 2025-06-25 |
| Photography | 1 | $1,709 | $1,709 | — | 2026-06-04 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 8 | $14,123 | $32,923 | — | 2026-06-04 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
David Young Cameron's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (100 lots) median $201 with 73% sell-through. Paintings (42 lots) median $4,180, record $32,008. A typical David Young Cameron painting sells for around 21× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 8 lots) the median is $14,123.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 61 | $100–$356†‡ | $184†‡ | $1,021‡ |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 13 | $845–$4,748† | $1,383† | $5,335 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 19 | $2,293–$8,290†‡ | $6,301†‡ | $19,948 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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) | 22 | $517–$1,397†‡ | $766†‡ | $4,399 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2016 | $32,008 |
| Paintings | 2020 | $19,948 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $4,399 |
| Works on Paper | 1999 | $4,238 |
| Photography | 2026 | $1,709 |
| Prints & Editions | 1999 | $1,495 |
| Prints & Editions | 2016 | $1,021‡ |
‡ 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 Young Cameron worth?
Across 139 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a David Young Cameron work is $584. The median David Young Cameron print sells for $201 across 73 lots. The median David Young Cameron painting sells for $4,180 across 34 lots. The median David Young Cameron work on paper sells for $772 across 23 lots. Small (under 50 cm) David Young Cameron prints typically sell for $100–$356 (the middle half of 61 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) David Young Cameron work on papers typically sell for $517–$1,397 (the middle half of 22 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 Young Cameron print?
Based on 73 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a David Young Cameron print is $201. 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 David Young Cameron's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a David Young Cameron print is $1,495.
What is the average price of a David Young Cameron painting?
Based on 34 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a David Young Cameron painting is $4,180. 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 David Young Cameron's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a David Young Cameron painting is $32,008.
What is the average price of a David Young Cameron work on paper?
Based on 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a David Young Cameron work on paper is $772. 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 David Young Cameron's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a David Young Cameron work on paper is $4,399.
What is the average price of a small David Young Cameron print?
Based on 61 sold lots, the median auction price of a small David Young Cameron print (small (under 50 cm)) is $184, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. 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 small David Young Cameron work on paper?
Based on 22 sold lots, the median auction price of a small David Young Cameron work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $766, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. 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 David Young Cameron's auction record?
David Young Cameron's auction record is $32,923, set in 2021.
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