HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER (1881–1970)
What is HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 74 auction results for HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER at 1 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $547 including buyer’s premium (middle half $501–$679, n=6). The auction record is $2,442 for THE PASTURE, MOUNTAIN LAKE (2021, Waddingtons). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | THE PASTURE, MOUNTAIN LAKE | OIL ON CANVAS BOARD | $2,442 | Waddingtons | Apr 2021 |
| 2 | GREEN & GOLD | OIL ON MASONITE | $1,343 | Waddingtons | May 2024 |
| 3 | SKETCH CATTLE GRAZING; THE DON AT YORK MILLS, ONT., 1925 | OIL ON PANEL | $1,273 | Waddingtons | Sep 2015 |
| 4 | THE WINDING ROAD, HAILBURTON | OIL ON CANVAS, GLUED DOWN ON BOARD | $923 | Waddingtons | Feb 2017 |
| 5 | Storm Clouds | OIL ON CANVAS BOARD | $900 | Waddingtons | Mar 2017 |
| 6 | RAIN ON THE HILLS - GATINEAU RIVER | OIL ON CANVAS BOARD | $811 | Waddingtons | Aug 2025 |
| 7 | AUTUMN TREES AND FERNS | OIL ON BOARD | $791 | Waddingtons | Mar 2018 |
| 8 | MIDSUMMER AFTERNOON | OIL ON CANVAS, GLUED DOWN ON MASONITE | $721 | Waddingtons | Aug 2025 |
| 9 | ON HORSESHOE LAKE, HALIBURTON | OIL ON PANEL | $717 | Waddingtons | Nov 2022 |
| 10 | UNTITLED (POPLARS), 1905 | OIL ON ARTIST BOARD | $554 | Waddingtons | Aug 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 12 | $801 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 14 | $756 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 74 results from 1 houses · How we compute these figures
HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER is a Canadian artist with 75 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $719.
A work by HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER sold in 2025 for $721, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER on OpeningBid →What is a HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER work worth?
Across 74 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER work is $719.
The median HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER painting sells for $801 across 68 lots.
The median HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER work on paper sells for $321 across 4 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 68 | $801 | $2,442 | — | 2025-08-21 |
| Works on Paper | 4 | $321 | $488 | — | 2024-12-05 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 12 | $676–$1,011 | $801 | $2,442 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2021 | $2,442 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $1,343 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $488 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $155 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER worth?
Across 74 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER work is $719. The median HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER painting sells for $801 across 68 lots. The median HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER work on paper sells for $321 across 4 lots.
What is the average price of a HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER painting?
Based on 68 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER painting is $801.
What is HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER painting is $2,442.
What is the average price of a small HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER painting?
Based on 12 sold lots, the median auction price of a small HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $801, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER's auction record?
HERBERT SIDNEY PALMER's auction record is $1,343, set in 2024.
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