Duncan Shanks (b. 1937)
What is Duncan Shanks’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 28 auction results for Duncan Shanks at 1 houses since 2021. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,520 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,856–$3,415, n=14). The auction record is $10,306 for CORA LINN - 1985 (2026, Lyon & Turnbull). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CORA LINN - 1985, 1985 | Signed, dated and inscribed ‘Crossford’ verso, oil on canvas | $10,306 | Lyon & Turnbull | Aug 2026 |
| 2 | GREEN FIELD, 1990 | Signed lower right, inscribed with title verso, oil on card laid on board | $7,503 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2022 |
| 3 | THE CLYDE AT CROSSFORD - JANUARY | <p>Signed lower right, titled verso, oil on canvas </p> | $7,475 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2026 |
| 4 | WINTER LIGHT | Signed, mixed media on paper | $7,256 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2021 |
| 5 | Crossford, 1986-1989 | Signed lower right, signed and dated ‘86/’89 and inscribed with title verso, oil on canvas | $6,320 | Lyon & Turnbull | Apr 2024 |
| 6 | NIGHT PATTERNS | Signed lower right, oil and mixed media on card | $5,456 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2022 |
| 7 | UNTITLED (MOONLIT LANDSCAPE), 1970 | Signed and dated verso, oil on canvas with collaged elements | $5,234 | Lyon & Turnbull | Apr 2022 |
| 8 | THE WHEEL | <p>Signed lower right, oil and mixed media on card </p> | $5,190 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2025 |
| 9 | NIGHT BIRD | Signed lower right, mixed media | $5,131 | Lyon & Turnbull | Aug 2023 |
| 10 | THE DARKSOME BURN | Signed lower right, acrylic on paper mounted on board | $4,275 | Lyon & Turnbull | Aug 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 12 | $4,755 |
| Other | 8 | $2,608 |
| Works on paper | 8 | $2,519 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $6,897 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 15 | $2,981 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $1,578 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 28 results from 1 houses · How we compute these figures
Duncan Shanks is a Scottish artist with 29 auction lots recorded since 2010, median price $2,825.
A work by Duncan Shanks sold in 2026 for $10,306, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Duncan Shanks work is $2,825.
The median Duncan Shanks painting sells for $4,092 across 15 lots.
The median Duncan Shanks work on paper sells for $2,558 across 5 lots.
The median Duncan Shanks print sells for $3,167 across 2 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2 | $3,167 | $5,131 | — | 2024-01-10 |
| Paintings | 16 | $4,092 | $10,306 | 93.8% | 2026-08-12 |
| Works on Paper | 5 | $2,558 | $7,256 | — | 2026-01-14 |
Duncan Shanks's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (2 lots) median $3,167. Paintings (16 lots) median $4,092, record $10,306.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $2,892–$4,994 | $4,184 | $5,456 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $6,320–$7,503 | $7,475 | $10,306 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $2,545–$3,559 | $2,558 | $7,256 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2026 | $10,306 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $7,503 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $7,256 |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $5,131 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $3,559 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $1,202 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Duncan Shanks worth?
Across 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Duncan Shanks work is $2,825. The median Duncan Shanks painting sells for $4,092 across 15 lots. The median Duncan Shanks work on paper sells for $2,558 across 5 lots. The median Duncan Shanks print sells for $3,167 across 2 lots.
What is the average price of a Duncan Shanks painting?
Based on 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Duncan Shanks painting is $4,092.
What is Duncan Shanks's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Duncan Shanks painting is $10,306.
What is Duncan Shanks's auction record?
Duncan Shanks's auction record is $10,306, set in 2026.
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