Norman Wilkinson (1878–1971)
What is Norman Wilkinson’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 128 auction results for Norman Wilkinson at 24 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,340 including buyer’s premium (middle half $864–$2,733, n=13). The auction record is $70,563 for The Cunard liner Lusitania speeding past the Fastnet lighthouse, probably outward bound for New York on her maiden voyage (2015, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Cunard liner Lusitania speeding past the Fastnet lighthouse, probably outward bound for New York on her maiden voyage, 1878 | Oil on canvas | $70,563 | Bonhams | Oct 2015 |
| 2 | Raid on Sylt, 19th March 1940, 1878 | Oil on canvas | $40,002 | Bonhams | Nov 2020 |
| 3 | The 1951 Exhibition from Shell-Mex House, 1878 | Painting | $24,629 | Bonhams | Apr 2021 |
| 4 | In the Solent | Oil on canvas | $11,704 | Sworders | Nov 2008 |
| 5 | The Ferry to Skye | — | $10,000 | Sotheby's | Nov 2007 |
| 6 | ▲ Norman Wilkinson (1878-1971), 1878 | Oil on canvas | $6,709 | Sworders | Oct 2020 |
| 7 | Gravesend | Oil on canvas | $6,556 | Sworders | Oct 2020 |
| 8 | Cowes, Isle of Wight, 1878 | — | $6,537 | Christie's | Mar 2017 |
| 9 | Columbus Landfall, Grahams Bay, San Salvador | Oil on canvas | $6,000 | Grogan & Company | Jun 2015 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GOLF IN NORTHERN IRELAND, 1925 | Poster | $16,000 | Swann Auction Galleries | Nov 2007 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 20 | $3,110 |
| Other | 19 | $1,320 |
| Prints | 26 | $612 |
| Works on paper | 14 | $588 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 30 | $1,715 |
| Large (over 120 cm) | 14 | $1,370 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 23 | $371 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 128 results from 24 houses · How we compute these figures
Norman Wilkinson is a British (modern) artist with 153 auction lots recorded since 1990, median price $741. 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 Norman Wilkinson sold in 2026 for $4,288, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 108 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Norman Wilkinson work is $741.
The median Norman Wilkinson print sells for $580 across 55 lots.
The median Norman Wilkinson painting sells for $2,419 across 29 lots.
The median Norman Wilkinson work on paper sells for $509 across 24 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Norman Wilkinson paintings typically sell for $1,201–$5,144 (the middle half of 23 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Norman Wilkinson prints typically sell for $113–$400 (the middle half of 23 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 | 71 | $580†‡ | $16,000 | 77.5% | 2026-05-21 |
| Paintings | 39 | $2,419†‡ | $24,629 | 74.4% | 2026-10-21 |
| Works on Paper | 29 | $509†‡ | $2,733 | 82.8% | 2026-04-22 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 7 | $16,000†‡ | $70,563 | — | 2021-04-28 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Norman Wilkinson's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (71 lots) median $580 with 77.5% sell-through. Paintings (39 lots) median $2,419, record $24,629. A typical Norman Wilkinson painting sells for around 4.2× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 7 lots) the median is $16,000.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 23 | $113–$400†‡ | $280†‡ | $3,500 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 13 | $426–$1,250†‡ | $960†‡ | $1,680 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 14 | $812–$2,272 | $1,370 | $16,000 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $655–$2,261†‡ | $728†‡ | $2,947 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 23 | $1,201–$5,144†‡ | $2,750†‡ | $24,629 |
† 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) | 19 | $203–$620†‡ | $378†‡ | $952‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $938–$1,750‡ | $1,418‡ | $2,733 |
† 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 | 2021 | $24,629 |
| Prints & Editions | 2007 | $16,000 |
| Paintings | 2016 | $15,266‡ |
| Prints & Editions | 2013 | $3,750 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $2,733 |
| Works on Paper | 2013 | $1,750 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Norman Wilkinson worth?
Across 108 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Norman Wilkinson work is $741. The median Norman Wilkinson print sells for $580 across 55 lots. The median Norman Wilkinson painting sells for $2,419 across 29 lots. The median Norman Wilkinson work on paper sells for $509 across 24 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Norman Wilkinson paintings typically sell for $1,201–$5,144 (the middle half of 23 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Norman Wilkinson prints typically sell for $113–$400 (the middle half of 23 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 Norman Wilkinson print?
Based on 55 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Norman Wilkinson print is $580. 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 Norman Wilkinson's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Norman Wilkinson print is $16,000.
What is the average price of a Norman Wilkinson painting?
Based on 29 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Norman Wilkinson painting is $2,419. 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 Norman Wilkinson's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Norman Wilkinson painting is $24,629.
What is the average price of a Norman Wilkinson work on paper?
Based on 24 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Norman Wilkinson work on paper is $509. 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 Norman Wilkinson's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Norman Wilkinson work on paper is $2,733.
What is the average price of a medium Norman Wilkinson painting?
Based on 23 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Norman Wilkinson painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,750, 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 Norman Wilkinson print?
Based on 23 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Norman Wilkinson print (small (under 50 cm)) is $280, 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 Norman Wilkinson's auction record?
Norman Wilkinson's auction record is $24,629, set in 2021.
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