Lawrence Gowing (1918–1991)
What is Lawrence Gowing’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 66 auction results for Lawrence Gowing at 9 houses since 2000. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,988 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,062–$5,002, n=7). The auction record is $20,363 for Self portrait in Oakleigh Avenue (2003, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Self portrait in Oakleigh Avenue, 1936 | Oil on canvas-board | $20,363 | Christie's | Nov 2003 |
| 2 | Towards Petworth, afternoon | Oil on canvas | $15,818 | Christie's | May 2005 |
| 3 | Landscape, 1940s | Oil on canvas laid down on board | $9,940 | Roseberys London | Nov 2024 |
| 4 | Oak Trees, 1918 | Painting | $7,436 | Bonhams | Jul 2023 |
| 5 | Within the Wood, 1918 | Oil on canvas | $6,520 | Bonhams | Jul 2026 |
| 6 | Chrysanthemums and Daisies, 1944 | Oil on canvas | $6,023 | Christie's | Oct 2004 |
| 7 | Miss J of Horsforth, 1975 | Oil on canvas | $5,172 | Sworders | Apr 2023 |
| 8 | Miss J of Horsforth, 1918 | Oil on canvas | $5,172 | Sworders | Apr 2023 |
| 9 | Trees on Hamdown, 1918 | Oil paint | $4,325 | Christie's | Oct 2011 |
| 10 | Cleo, 1946 | Oil on canvas | $4,122 | Roseberys London | Dec 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 50 | $1,778 |
| Other | 8 | $495 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 34 | $1,854 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 26 | $1,030 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 66 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Lawrence Gowing is a British (modern) artist with 66 auction lots recorded since 2000, median price $1,679. 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 Lawrence Gowing sold in 2026 for $6,520, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 64 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Lawrence Gowing work is $1,679.
The median Lawrence Gowing painting sells for $1,760 across 58 lots.
The median Lawrence Gowing work on paper sells for $156 across 6 lots.
The median Lawrence Gowing print sells for $828 across 1 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Lawrence Gowing paintings typically sell for $934–$3,760 (the middle half of 34 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Lawrence Gowing paintings typically sell for $839–$2,354 (the middle half of 24 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 | 2 | $828 | $828 | 50% | 2024-11-27 |
| Paintings | 59 | $1,760†‡ | $20,363 | — | 2026-07-15 |
| Works on Paper | 6 | $156 | $220 | — | 2023-06-04 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $12,879 | $20,363 | — | 2024-11-27 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Lawrence Gowing's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (2 lots) median $828 with 50% sell-through. Paintings (59 lots) median $1,760, record $20,363. A typical Lawrence Gowing painting sells for around 2.1× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 4 lots) the median is $12,879.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 24 | $839–$2,354†‡ | $1,411†‡ | $20,363 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 34 | $934–$3,760†‡ | $1,854†‡ | $15,818 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $121–$156 | $156 | $161 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2003 | $20,363 |
| Paintings | 2005 | $15,818 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $828 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $220 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $161 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Lawrence Gowing worth?
Across 64 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Lawrence Gowing work is $1,679. The median Lawrence Gowing painting sells for $1,760 across 58 lots. The median Lawrence Gowing work on paper sells for $156 across 6 lots. The median Lawrence Gowing print sells for $828 across 1 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Lawrence Gowing paintings typically sell for $934–$3,760 (the middle half of 34 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Lawrence Gowing paintings typically sell for $839–$2,354 (the middle half of 24 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 Lawrence Gowing painting?
Based on 58 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Lawrence Gowing painting is $1,760. 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 Lawrence Gowing's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Lawrence Gowing painting is $20,363.
What is the average price of a medium Lawrence Gowing painting?
Based on 34 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Lawrence Gowing painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,854, 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 small Lawrence Gowing painting?
Based on 24 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Lawrence Gowing painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,411, 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 Lawrence Gowing's auction record?
Lawrence Gowing's auction record is $20,363, set in 2003.
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