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Henry Pickering (1710–1810)

What is Henry Pickering’s work worth?

As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 23 auction results for Henry Pickering at 10 houses since 2008. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,707 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,125–$4,048, n=9). The auction record is $351,948 for Portrait of Sir Wolstan Dixie, 4th Bt. (1701-1767), of Bosworth Hall, Leicestershire, and his family, seated around a harpsichord (2010, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.

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#WorkMediumPriceHouseSold
1Portrait of Sir Wolstan Dixie, 4th Bt. (1701-1767), of Bosworth Hall, Leicestershire, and his family, seated around a harpsichord, 1701Oil on canvas$351,948Sotheby'sDec 2010
2Portrait of a gentleman, three-quarter-length, in a black velvet jacket and silver embroidered waistcoat, standing in a library, 1740Oil paint$34,641Christie'sSep 2021
3Portrait of Edward, 11th Earl of DerbyOil on canvas$6,095Sotheby'sJun 2008
4Portrait of a lady, half-length, in a gold dress and lace shawl, holding a pink roseOil on canvas$4,880SwordersMay 2026
5Portrait of a gentleman, traditionally identified as Gamaliel Lloyd (1744-1817)Oil on canvas$4,621James Adam SalesroomsOct 2025
6Portrait of a gentleman, traditionally identified as Gamaliel Lloyd (1744-1817)Oil on canvas$4,048James Adam SalesroomsApr 2026
7Angebliche Porträts von Margaret und John Nelson von Foulridge, circa 1757Öl auf Leinwand$3,935Van Ham KunstauktionenNov 2024
8Portrait of a gentleman, half-length, in a blue coat, within a painted oval, 1741Oil on canvas$3,283BonhamsApr 2016
9Portrait of a gentleman, half-length, in a waistcoat with silver facings and hat under his arm, within a painted oval, 1741Oil on canvas$2,707BonhamsSep 2026
10Portrait of a lady, half-length, in a pink dress and blue shawl, 1741Portrait$1,998BonhamsOct 2020
Median price by medium (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)
MediumSalesMedian
Paintings14$2,353
Median price by size (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)
SizeSalesMedian
Medium (50-120 cm)12$2,353

Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 23 results from 10 houses · How we compute these figures

Henry Pickering is a British (modern) artist with 25 auction lots recorded since 1999, median price $3,283. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.

A work by Henry Pickering sold in 2026 for $4,880, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

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What is a Henry Pickering work worth?

Across 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Henry Pickering work is $3,283.

The median Henry Pickering painting sells for $2,760 across 19 lots.

Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.

Price breakdown by category

CategoryLots trackedMedian priceRecord priceSell-throughLast sale
Paintings27$2,760†$351,94870.4%2026-09-24

† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.

Price by size

Paintings

SizeSold lotsTypical range (p25–p75)MedianRecord
medium (50–120 cm)16$1,572–$3,964†$2,604†$7,728†

† 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

MediumYearPrice
Paintings2010$351,948
Paintings2021$34,641

The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.

Frequently asked questions

What is a Henry Pickering worth?

Across 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Henry Pickering work is $3,283. The median Henry Pickering painting sells for $2,760 across 19 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.

What is the average price of a Henry Pickering painting?

Based on 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Henry Pickering painting is $2,760. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.

What is Henry Pickering's most expensive painting?

The highest price recorded at auction for a Henry Pickering painting is $351,948.

What is the average price of a medium Henry Pickering painting?

Based on 16 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Henry Pickering painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,604, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.

What is Henry Pickering's auction record?

Henry Pickering's auction record is $351,948, set in 2010.

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