Patrick Downie
What is Patrick Downie’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 22 auction results for Patrick Downie at 8 houses since 2009. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,071 including buyer’s premium (middle half $996–$2,100, n=5). The auction record is $3,007 for GATHERING WRACK (2023, Lyon & Turnbull). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GATHERING WRACK | Signed, oil on canvas laid down | $3,007 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2023 |
| 2 | SUMMER TIME, FIRTH OF CLYDE, 1937 | Signed, signed, inscribed and dated on the backboard 'Largs 1937', oil on board | $2,612 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2022 |
| 3 | A breeze in the channel, 1854 | Watercolour | $2,585 | Bonhams | Apr 2010 |
| 4 | SHIPPING OFF AILSA CRAIG, 1935 | <p>Signed and dated 1935, watercolour </p> | $2,276 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2025 |
| 5 | The old green barque, Firth of Clyde, 1887, 1854 | Watercolour | $2,243 | Bonhams | Oct 2009 |
| 6 | GATHERING WRACK (SUNSET) | <p>Signed, oil on canvas</p> | $2,100 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2025 |
| 7 | Nearing Home, 1854 | Watercolour | $1,514 | Bonhams | Apr 2010 |
| 8 | Shipping on the Clyde, 1854 | Watercolour | $1,293 | Bonhams | Apr 2010 |
| 9 | DUNBAR HARBOUR - 1925 | <p>Signed lower right, inscribed with title and dated verso, oil on canvas board</p> | $1,071 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2025 |
| 10 | THE MORNING BREEZE | <p>Signed lower right, watercolour with scratching out</p> | $996 | Lyon & Turnbull | Feb 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 5 | $2,100 |
| Works on paper | 10 | $1,144 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 10 | $2,171 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $1,071 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 22 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
Patrick Downie is a Scottish artist with 18 auction lots recorded since 2009, median price $1,071. 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 Patrick Downie sold in 2025 for $2,100, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Patrick Downie on OpeningBid →What is a Patrick Downie work worth?
Across 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Patrick Downie work is $1,071.
The median Patrick Downie painting sells for $1,058 across 16 lots.
The median Patrick Downie work on paper sells for $635 across 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 17 | $1,058†‡ | $3,007 | 94.1% | 2026-06-18 |
| Works on Paper | 7 | $635 | $2,276 | 85.7% | 2026-02-11 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $529–$1,126†‡ | $743†‡ | $1,514 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $1,573–$2,599†‡ | $2,243†‡ | $3,007 |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $479–$996 | $791 | $2,276 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2023 | $3,007 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $2,612 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $2,276 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $996 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Patrick Downie worth?
Across 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Patrick Downie work is $1,071. The median Patrick Downie painting sells for $1,058 across 16 lots. The median Patrick Downie work on paper sells for $635 across 6 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 Patrick Downie painting?
Based on 16 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Patrick Downie painting is $1,058. 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 Patrick Downie's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Patrick Downie painting is $3,007.
What is Patrick Downie's auction record?
Patrick Downie's auction record is $3,007, set in 2023.
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