Hermann Dudley Murphy (1867–1945)
What is Hermann Dudley Murphy’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 63 auction results for Hermann Dudley Murphy at 10 houses since 1990. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,181 including buyer’s premium (middle half $780–$4,878, n=6). The auction record is $36,000 for Gardenia (2007, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gardenia | — | $36,000 | Sotheby's | Mar 2007 |
| 2 | Golden Scarf: A Floral Still Life | Oil on canvas | $12,500 | Grogan & Company | May 2026 |
| 3 | Surf at Ogunquit, 1907 | Oil paint | $12,500 | Christie's | Mar 2010 |
| 4 | Casa Blanca: San Juan | Oil on canvas | $10,575 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | Mar 2004 |
| 5 | Peonies and Brocade, 1931 | Oil on canvas | $10,000 | Grogan & Company | Nov 2020 |
| 6 | Evening/A Tropical Landscape | Oil on panel | $9,400 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | Sep 2005 |
| 7 | Dutch Fishing Boats, 1885 | Oil on canvas | $8,813 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | Nov 2006 |
| 8 | The Fishing Boats, 1908 | Oil on canvas | $8,813 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | May 2006 |
| 9 | White Roses | Oil on canvas | $8,800 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | Mar 1993 |
| 10 | Moro Castle, 1913 | Painting | $7,500 | Rago Arts | May 2019 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 48 | $2,550 |
| Other | 6 | $1,822 |
| Works on paper | 5 | $690 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 17 | $3,220 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 35 | $1,560 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 63 results from 10 houses · How we compute these figures
Hermann Dudley Murphy is an American artist with 76 auction lots recorded since 1990, median price $2,000. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Hermann Dudley Murphy sold in 2026 for $3,192, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 63 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Hermann Dudley Murphy work is $2,000.
The median Hermann Dudley Murphy painting sells for $2,550 across 52 lots.
The median Hermann Dudley Murphy work on paper sells for $690 across 5 lots.
The median Hermann Dudley Murphy print sells for $1,175 across 3 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Hermann Dudley Murphy paintings typically sell for $900–$2,800 (the middle half of 33 sold lots).
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 5 | $1,175 | $1,880 | 60% | 2002-09-20 |
| Paintings | 57 | $2,550‡ | $12,500 | 91.2% | 2026-05-28 |
| Works on Paper | 7 | $690 | $2,115 | 71.4% | 2025-03-21 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $12,500 | $36,000 | — | 2026-05-03 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Hermann Dudley Murphy's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (5 lots) median $1,175 with 60% sell-through. Paintings (57 lots) median $2,550, record $12,500. A typical Hermann Dudley Murphy painting sells for around 2.2× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 4 lots) the median is $12,500.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 33 | $900–$2,800‡ | $1,600‡ | $9,400 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 17 | $3,000–$8,800‡ | $4,000‡ | $12,500 |
‡ 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 | 2026 | $12,500 |
| Paintings | 2010 | $12,500 |
| Works on Paper | 2004 | $2,115 |
| Prints & Editions | 2002 | $1,880 |
| Prints & Editions | 2002 | $1,175 |
| Works on Paper | 2005 | $1,116 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Hermann Dudley Murphy worth?
Across 63 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Hermann Dudley Murphy work is $2,000. The median Hermann Dudley Murphy painting sells for $2,550 across 52 lots. The median Hermann Dudley Murphy work on paper sells for $690 across 5 lots. The median Hermann Dudley Murphy print sells for $1,175 across 3 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Hermann Dudley Murphy paintings typically sell for $900–$2,800 (the middle half of 33 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Hermann Dudley Murphy painting?
Based on 52 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Hermann Dudley Murphy painting is $2,550. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Hermann Dudley Murphy's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Hermann Dudley Murphy painting is $12,500.
What is the average price of a small Hermann Dudley Murphy painting?
Based on 33 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Hermann Dudley Murphy painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,600, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a medium Hermann Dudley Murphy painting?
Based on 17 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Hermann Dudley Murphy painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $4,000, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Hermann Dudley Murphy's auction record?
Hermann Dudley Murphy's auction record is $36,000, set in 2007.
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