George Goodwin Kilburne (1839–1924)
What is George Goodwin Kilburne’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 85 auction results for George Goodwin Kilburne at 23 houses since 1992. Over the last 24 months the median price was $410 including buyer’s premium (middle half $196–$558, n=6). The auction record is $50,020 for Miss Pinkerton's Academy, Chiswick Mall (2000, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Miss Pinkerton's Academy, Chiswick Mall, 1839 | Pencil | $50,020 | Christie's | Jun 2000 |
| 2 | An interesting story, 1839 | Pencil | $22,588 | Christie's | Jun 2006 |
| 3 | A sumptous feast; The elves couches; Mighty men; Clearing the forest; The allotment dispute; The elves' playground; A circular dance; and A message for the Queen, 1839 | Pencil | $20,579 | Christie's | Mar 2015 |
| 4 | The family lawyer, 1839 | Painting | $18,657 | Bonhams | Mar 2014 |
| 5 | The pigeons of St Mark's, Venice, Italy, 1839 | Pencil | $18,501 | Christie's | Dec 2008 |
| 6 | A seated girl, holding a tennis racquet, 1839 | Pencil | $12,347 | Christie's | Dec 2019 |
| 7 | Tea in the nursery, 1839 | Pencil | $7,520 | Christie's | Nov 2000 |
| 8 | May I have the pleasure ?, 1839 | Pencil | $7,019 | Christie's | Nov 2000 |
| 9 | Two's company, three's none, 1839 | Pencil | $6,685 | Christie's | Nov 2000 |
| 10 | A good catch, 1839 | Pencil | $6,679 | Christie's | Oct 2003 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 13 | $7,019 |
| Works on paper | 34 | $908 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 14 | $1,896 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 37 | $1,300 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 85 results from 23 houses · How we compute these figures
George Goodwin Kilburne is a British (modern) artist with 112 auction lots recorded since 1992, median price $1,280. 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 George Goodwin Kilburne sold in 2025 for $1,300, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 73 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a George Goodwin Kilburne work is $1,280.
The median George Goodwin Kilburne work on paper sells for $727 across 65 lots.
The median George Goodwin Kilburne painting sells for $1,847 across 17 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) George Goodwin Kilburne work on papers typically sell for $344–$1,398 (the middle half of 49 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 25 | $1,847†‡ | $18,656 | 68% | 2025-10-14 |
| Works on Paper | 85 | $727†‡ | $50,020 | 76.5% | 2026-09-06 |
| Photography | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $20,579 | $50,020 | — | 2015-03-12 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $997–$3,495†‡ | $1,847†‡ | $4,375 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $1,738–$3,627‡ | $1,930‡ | $18,656 |
† 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) | 49 | $344–$1,398†‡ | $606†‡ | $20,579 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 14 | $962–$1,979‡ | $1,413‡ | $50,020 |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2000 | $50,020 |
| Works on Paper | 2006 | $22,588 |
| Paintings | 2014 | $18,656 |
| Paintings | 2012 | $4,375 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a George Goodwin Kilburne worth?
Across 73 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a George Goodwin Kilburne work is $1,280. The median George Goodwin Kilburne work on paper sells for $727 across 65 lots. The median George Goodwin Kilburne painting sells for $1,847 across 17 lots. Small (under 50 cm) George Goodwin Kilburne work on papers typically sell for $344–$1,398 (the middle half of 49 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 George Goodwin Kilburne work on paper?
Based on 65 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a George Goodwin Kilburne work on paper is $727. 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 George Goodwin Kilburne's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a George Goodwin Kilburne work on paper is $50,020.
What is the average price of a George Goodwin Kilburne painting?
Based on 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a George Goodwin Kilburne painting is $1,847. 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 George Goodwin Kilburne's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a George Goodwin Kilburne painting is $18,656.
What is the average price of a small George Goodwin Kilburne work on paper?
Based on 49 sold lots, the median auction price of a small George Goodwin Kilburne work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $606, 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 medium George Goodwin Kilburne work on paper?
Based on 14 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium George Goodwin Kilburne work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,413, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is George Goodwin Kilburne's auction record?
George Goodwin Kilburne's auction record is $50,020, set in 2000.
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