Ivan Peries (1928–1988)
What is Ivan Peries’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 36 auction results for Ivan Peries at 6 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $35,840 including buyer’s premium (middle half $6,350–$44,100, n=13). The auction record is $640,000 for The Well (2026, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Well, 1957 | Oil on canvas | $640,000 | Christie's | Sep 2026 |
| 2 | Woman in Sunset, 1957 | Oil on board | $64,000 | Christie's | Sep 2026 |
| 3 | Untitled (Figure on the Shore), 1965 | Oil paint | $63,500 | Christie's | Sep 2025 |
| 4 | Untitled (The Leaning Tree), 1921 | Oil paint | $44,100 | Christie's | Mar 2025 |
| 5 | Untitled (The Leaning Tree), 1981 | Oil paint | $38,100 | Christie's | Mar 2026 |
| 6 | Untitled (Two Trees), 1985 | Oil on cardboard | $37,120 | Christie's | Sep 2026 |
| 7 | Untitled (Still Life), 1966 | Oil on board | $35,840 | Christie's | Sep 2026 |
| 8 | Untitled (Still Life with Matches and Tobacco Tin), 1976 | Oil paint | $33,020 | Christie's | Mar 2026 |
| 9 | Untitled (oil on board), 1966 | Oil paint | $31,500 | Christie's | Sep 2024 |
| 10 | Untitled (Figures by the Sea), 1960 | Watercolor on paper | $25,200 | Christie's | Apr 2010 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 17 | $31,500 |
| Works on paper | 10 | $3,448 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 15 | $24,859 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $4,829 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 36 results from 6 houses · How we compute these figures
Ivan Peries is a British (modern) artist with 39 auction lots recorded since 2006, median price $6,908. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Ivan Peries sold in 2026 for $37,120, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Ivan Peries on OpeningBid →What is a Ivan Peries work worth?
Across 35 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ivan Peries work is $6,908.
The median Ivan Peries painting sells for $24,501 across 20 lots.
The median Ivan Peries work on paper sells for $1,329 across 16 lots.
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 22 | $24,501† | $640,000 | 90.9% | 2026-09-16 |
| Works on Paper | 18 | $1,329† | $25,200 | 88.9% | 2026-06-02 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 15 | $8,217–$35,070† | $23,940† | $63,500 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 14 | $632–$2,918† | $1,152† | $6,350 |
† 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
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2026 | $640,000 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $64,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2010 | $25,200 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $6,350 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ivan Peries worth?
Across 35 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ivan Peries work is $6,908. The median Ivan Peries painting sells for $24,501 across 20 lots. The median Ivan Peries work on paper sells for $1,329 across 16 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Ivan Peries painting?
Based on 20 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ivan Peries painting is $24,501. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Ivan Peries's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ivan Peries painting is $640,000.
What is the average price of a Ivan Peries work on paper?
Based on 16 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ivan Peries work on paper is $1,329. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Ivan Peries's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ivan Peries work on paper is $25,200.
What is the average price of a medium Ivan Peries painting?
Based on 15 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Ivan Peries painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $23,940, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a small Ivan Peries work on paper?
Based on 14 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Ivan Peries work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,152, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Ivan Peries's auction record?
Ivan Peries's auction record is $640,000, set in 2026.
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