John Singer Sargent (1856–1925)
What is John Singer Sargent’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 185 auction results for John Singer Sargent at 21 houses since 1992. Over the last 24 months the median price was $101,899 including buyer’s premium (middle half $34,925–$323,850, n=34). The auction record is $11,445,000 for Capri (2025, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Capri, 1878 | Oil paint | $11,445,000 | Christie's | Nov 2025 |
| 2 | San Geremia, 1913 | Oil paint | $9,087,500 | Christie's | May 2018 |
| 3 | Corner of the Church of San Stae, Venice, 1913 | Oil paint | $7,395,000 | Christie's | Nov 2025 |
| 4 | Gondolier's Siesta, 1902 | Gouache | $7,395,000 | Christie's | Nov 2025 |
| 5 | Study for 'Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose', 1885 | Oil paint | $4,631,163 | Christie's | Mar 2026 |
| 6 | The Façade of La Salute, Venice, 1903 | Pencil | $3,660,000 | Christie's | Nov 2022 |
| 7 | John Ridgely Carter | — | $1,833,000 | Sotheby's | Nov 2007 |
| 8 | William Marshall Cazalet, 1856 | Oil paint | $1,832,000 | Christie's | May 2007 |
| 9 | Mrs. Richard H. Derby, 1888 | Oil paint | $1,805,000 | Christie's | Dec 2013 |
| 10 | Ricordi di Capri, 1878 | Painting | $1,650,500 | Christie's | Dec 2010 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 40 | $364,050 |
| Other | 49 | $109,130 |
| Works on paper | 70 | $39,070 |
| Prints | 7 | $9,375 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 88 | $97,526 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 66 | $73,800 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 185 results from 21 houses · How we compute these figures
John Singer Sargent is an American artist with 217 auction lots recorded since 1990, median price $79,500. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by John Singer Sargent is recorded as sold in 2026 for $107,370; whether the price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 177 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a John Singer Sargent work is $79,500.
The median John Singer Sargent work on paper sells for $58,375 across 116 lots.
The median John Singer Sargent painting sells for $355,600 across 51 lots.
The median John Singer Sargent print sells for $2,550 across 7 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) John Singer Sargent work on papers typically sell for $13,188–$143,231 (the middle half of 62 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) John Singer Sargent work on papers typically sell for $19,754–$135,875 (the middle half of 48 sold 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 | 10 | $2,550† | $40,320 | 70% | 2025-09-10 |
| Paintings | 55 | $355,600† | $11.4M | 92.7% | 2026-06-09 |
| Works on Paper | 120 | $58,375†‡ | $7.4M | 96.7% | 2026-10-09 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2 | $55,520 | $101,600 | — | 2023-04-20 |
| Photography | 2 | $248‡ | $248‡ | 50% | 1999-07-16 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 79 | $350,000‡ | $11.4M | — | 2026-07-07 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
John Singer Sargent's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (10 lots) median $2,550 with 70% sell-through. Paintings (55 lots) median $355,600, record $11,445,000. A typical John Singer Sargent painting sells for around 139× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 79 lots) the median is $350,000.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $303–$8,750† | $650† | $9,375 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $62,500–$605,000 | $252,000 | $1.7M |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 36 | $78,900–$1.1M† | $392,750† | $11.4M |
| large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $1,134–$1.7M† | $657,956† | $1.8M |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 62 | $13,188–$143,231†‡ | $73,800†‡ | $724,300 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 48 | $19,754–$135,875‡ | $51,875‡ | $7.4M |
† 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 | $11.4M |
| Paintings | 2018 | $9.1M |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $7.4M |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $3.7M |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2023 | $101,600 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $40,320 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2018 | $9,441 |
| Prints & Editions | 2022 | $9,375 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a John Singer Sargent worth?
Across 177 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a John Singer Sargent work is $79,500. The median John Singer Sargent work on paper sells for $58,375 across 116 lots. The median John Singer Sargent painting sells for $355,600 across 51 lots. The median John Singer Sargent print sells for $2,550 across 7 lots. Small (under 50 cm) John Singer Sargent work on papers typically sell for $13,188–$143,231 (the middle half of 62 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) John Singer Sargent work on papers typically sell for $19,754–$135,875 (the middle half of 48 sold 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 John Singer Sargent work on paper?
Based on 116 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a John Singer Sargent work on paper is $58,375. 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 John Singer Sargent's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a John Singer Sargent work on paper is $7,395,000.
What is the average price of a John Singer Sargent painting?
Based on 51 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a John Singer Sargent painting is $355,600. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is John Singer Sargent's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a John Singer Sargent painting is $11,445,000.
What is the average price of a small John Singer Sargent work on paper?
Based on 62 sold lots, the median auction price of a small John Singer Sargent work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $73,800, 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 the average price of a medium John Singer Sargent work on paper?
Based on 48 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium John Singer Sargent work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $51,875, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is John Singer Sargent's auction record?
John Singer Sargent's auction record is $11,445,000, set in 2025.
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