Fred Uhlman (1901–2001)
What is Fred Uhlman’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 66 auction results for Fred Uhlman at 11 houses since 1998. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,466 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,362–$3,714, n=10). The auction record is $15,636 for isles of scilly (2008, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | isles of scilly | Oil on canvas | $15,636 | Sotheby's | Mar 2008 |
| 2 | City View, 1901 | Oil paint | $10,861 | Christie's | Nov 2006 |
| 3 | Welsh Slate Mines in Snow, 1901 | Painting | $8,602 | Bonhams | Mar 2023 |
| 4 | a cottage near Ffestiniog | Oil on canvas board | $7,618 | Sotheby's | Jun 2007 |
| 5 | slate mines, wales | Oil on canvas board | $7,539 | Sotheby's | Mar 2007 |
| 6 | Welsh Cottages, 1901 | Oil paint | $6,448 | Christie's | Jul 2011 |
| 7 | The red wall, 1901 | Oil paint | $6,291 | Christie's | Oct 2011 |
| 8 | Welsh Mountains, 1960 | Oil on canvas Unframed | $5,997 | Chiswick Auctions | Jun 2026 |
| 9 | Welsh Cottages, 1901 | Oil paint | $5,897 | Christie's | Oct 2011 |
| 10 | The Harbour, 1901 | Painting | $5,165 | Bonhams | Mar 2024 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 43 | $2,753 |
| Other | 6 | $2,494 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 24 | $2,870 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 25 | $2,098 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 66 results from 11 houses · How we compute these figures
Fred Uhlman is a British (modern) artist with 76 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $2,580. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Fred Uhlman sold in 2026 for $5,997, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 65 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Fred Uhlman work is $2,580.
The median Fred Uhlman painting sells for $2,743 across 52 lots.
The median Fred Uhlman work on paper sells for $1,464 across 2 lots.
The median Fred Uhlman print sells for $76 across 1 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Fred Uhlman paintings typically sell for $1,790–$4,700 (the middle half of 24 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Fred Uhlman paintings typically sell for $1,239–$2,954 (the middle half of 24 sold lots).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 1 | $76 | $76 | — | 2019-02-07 |
| Paintings | 55 | $2,743† | $10,861 | 94.5% | 2026-06-30 |
| Works on Paper | 2 | $1,464 | $2,265 | — | 2026-02-11 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $9,731† | $15,636 | — | 2023-03-22 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Fred Uhlman's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (1 lots) median $76. Paintings (55 lots) median $2,743, record $10,861. A typical Fred Uhlman painting sells for around 36× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 4 lots) the median is $9,731.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 24 | $1,239–$2,954† | $2,096† | $10,861 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 24 | $1,790–$4,700† | $2,870† | $8,602 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2006 | $10,861 |
| Paintings | 2023 | $8,602 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $2,265 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $663 |
| Prints & Editions | 2019 | $76 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Fred Uhlman worth?
Across 65 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Fred Uhlman work is $2,580. The median Fred Uhlman painting sells for $2,743 across 52 lots. The median Fred Uhlman work on paper sells for $1,464 across 2 lots. The median Fred Uhlman print sells for $76 across 1 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Fred Uhlman paintings typically sell for $1,790–$4,700 (the middle half of 24 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Fred Uhlman paintings typically sell for $1,239–$2,954 (the middle half of 24 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Fred Uhlman painting?
Based on 52 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Fred Uhlman painting is $2,743. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Fred Uhlman's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Fred Uhlman painting is $10,861.
What is the average price of a medium Fred Uhlman painting?
Based on 24 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Fred Uhlman painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,870, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a small Fred Uhlman painting?
Based on 24 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Fred Uhlman painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $2,096, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Fred Uhlman's auction record?
Fred Uhlman's auction record is $15,636, set in 2008.
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