Gordon Cook (1927–1985)
What is Gordon Cook’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 35 auction results for Gordon Cook at 7 houses since 2000. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,023 including buyer’s premium (middle half $218–$2,159, n=10). The auction record is $3,328 for Hat Form (2025, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hat Form, 1974 | Painting | $3,328 | Bonhams | Jun 2025 |
| 2 | WHEEL OF CHEESE | Oil on linen | $3,250 | Sotheby's | Dec 2018 |
| 3 | Hat Form and Cap on Circus Stand, 1927 | Sculpture, Hat Form and Cap on Circus Stand | $2,820 | Christie's | Dec 2000 |
| 4 | Mailing Tube, 1927 | Painting | $2,750 | Bonhams | Nov 2014 |
| 5 | Delta Early Eve (Sacramento River) | Oil on canvas | $2,413 | John Moran Auctioneers | Sep 2025 |
| 6 | Untitled, 1927 | Painting | $2,375 | Bonhams | Oct 2014 |
| 7 | Hat Form, 1979 | Watercolor on paper | $2,244 | John Moran Auctioneers | Sep 2025 |
| 8 | Delta - Skiff - Pink Sky (Sacramento River) | Oil on canvas | $1,905 | John Moran Auctioneers | Sep 2025 |
| 9 | Kid Hat | Oil on canvas | $1,500 | Clars Auction Gallery | Oct 2024 |
| 10 | Large Delta Tree (Sacramento), 1982 | Oil on canvas | $1,320 | John Moran Auctioneers | Sep 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 10 | $2,140 |
| Works on paper | 5 | $500 |
| Prints | 7 | $275 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 6 | $1,200 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $700 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 35 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
Gordon Cook is an American artist with 28 auction lots recorded since 2000, median price $726. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Gordon Cook sold in 2025 for $726, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Gordon Cook on OpeningBid →What is a Gordon Cook work worth?
Across 25 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Gordon Cook work is $726.
The median Gordon Cook painting sells for $1,500 across 13 lots.
The median Gordon Cook work on paper sells for $395 across 13 lots.
The median Gordon Cook print sells for $275 across 7 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 | 7 | $275 | $400 | — | 2026-03-19 |
| Paintings | 15 | $1,500‡ | $3,328 | 86.7% | 2025-12-16 |
| Works on Paper | 13 | $395†‡ | $2,244 | — | 2025-09-30 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2 | $1,860 | $2,820 | — | 2024-05-17 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Gordon Cook's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (7 lots) median $275. Paintings (15 lots) median $1,500, record $3,328. A typical Gordon Cook painting sells for around 5.5× the price of a typical print.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $190–$300 | $275 | $400 |
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $603–$1,905‡ | $1,300‡ | $2,413 |
‡ 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) | 13 | $241–$500†‡ | $395†‡ | $2,244 |
† 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 | 2025 | $3,328 |
| Paintings | 2018 | $3,250 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2000 | $2,820 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $2,244 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2024 | $900 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $700† |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $400 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $300 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Gordon Cook worth?
Across 25 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Gordon Cook work is $726. The median Gordon Cook painting sells for $1,500 across 13 lots. The median Gordon Cook work on paper sells for $395 across 13 lots. The median Gordon Cook print sells for $275 across 7 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 Gordon Cook painting?
Based on 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Gordon Cook painting is $1,500. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Gordon Cook's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Gordon Cook painting is $3,328.
What is the average price of a Gordon Cook work on paper?
Based on 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Gordon Cook work on paper is $395. 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 Gordon Cook's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Gordon Cook work on paper is $2,244.
What is the average price of a small Gordon Cook work on paper?
Based on 13 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Gordon Cook work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $395, 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 Gordon Cook's auction record?
Gordon Cook's auction record is $3,328, set in 2025.
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