Pauline Bewick (1952–2022)
What is Pauline Bewick’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 96 auction results for Pauline Bewick at 4 houses since 1996. Over the last 24 months the median price was $3,193 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,292–$3,905, n=8). The auction record is $79,800 for Salmon on a plate (2004, James Adam Salesrooms). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Salmon on a plate, 1988 | Watercolour | $79,800 | James Adam Salesrooms | Dec 2004 |
| 2 | Pauline Bewick (b.1935) The Irish Salmon Acrylic on paper on board, 139 x 100cm Signed, inscribed 'The Salmon' and dated 2002; also signed, inscribed and dated on artist's label verso | Acrylic on paper on board | $19,758 | James Adam Salesrooms | Sep 2013 |
| 3 | The Irish Salmon, 2002 | Acrylic on paper | $19,758 | James Adam Salesrooms | Sep 2013 |
| 4 | Thinking man, fox and goose | Watercolour | $15,794 | James Adam Salesrooms | Dec 2004 |
| 5 | Pauline Bewick (b.1935) The Irish Swan Acrylic on paper on board, 139 x 100cm Signed, inscribed 'The Swan' and dated 2002; also signed, inscribed and dated on artist's label verso | Acrylic on paper on board | $14,819 | James Adam Salesrooms | Sep 2013 |
| 6 | The Irish Swan, 2002 | Acrylic on paper | $14,819 | James Adam Salesrooms | Sep 2013 |
| 7 | Pauline Bewick (b.1935) The Irish Hare Acrylic on paper on board, 139 x 100cm Signed, inscribed and dated 2002; also signed, inscribed and dated on artist's label verso | Acrylic on paper on board | $12,349 | James Adam Salesrooms | Sep 2013 |
| 8 | The Irish Hare, 2002 | Acrylic on paper | $12,349 | James Adam Salesrooms | Sep 2013 |
| 9 | Waiting Room, 1980s-2002 | Acrylic on paper | $11,382 | James Adam Salesrooms | Jun 2022 |
| 10 | Two Cats and Betty Pen, 1979 | Ink, and watercolour | $10,669 | James Adam Salesrooms | Dec 2001 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 66 | $3,673 |
| Other | 12 | $1,160 |
| Prints | 7 | $578 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 10 | $10,383 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 52 | $2,895 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 20 | $1,653 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 96 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Pauline Bewick is a British (modern) artist with 153 auction lots recorded since 1994, median price $2,466. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Pauline Bewick sold in 2026 for $3,153, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Pauline Bewick on OpeningBid →What is a Pauline Bewick work worth?
Across 94 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Pauline Bewick work is $2,466.
The median Pauline Bewick work on paper sells for $2,442 across 58 lots.
The median Pauline Bewick print sells for $575 across 12 lots.
The median Pauline Bewick painting sells for $9,385 across 11 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Pauline Bewick work on papers typically sell for $1,213–$4,620 (the middle half of 38 sold 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 38 | $575 | $1,169 | 31.6% | 2020-12-02 |
| Paintings | 11 | $9,385 | $19,758 | — | 2025-09-24 |
| Works on Paper | 80 | $2,442† | $79,800 | 72.5% | 2026-05-26 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 6 | $17,776 | $79,800 | — | 2013-09-03 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Pauline Bewick's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (38 lots) median $575 with 31.6% sell-through. Paintings (11 lots) median $9,385, record $19,758. A typical Pauline Bewick painting sells for around 16× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 6 lots) the median is $17,776.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $572–$745 | $706 | $774 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $494–$1,008 | $553 | $1,169 |
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large (over 120 cm) | 8 | $9,097–$12,966 | $10,383 | $19,758 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $1,163–$2,456† | $1,676† | $4,944 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 38 | $1,213–$4,620† | $3,282† | $79,800 |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2004 | $79,800 |
| Paintings | 2013 | $19,758 |
| Works on Paper | 2004 | $15,794 |
| Paintings | 2013 | $14,818 |
| Prints & Editions | 2007 | $1,169 |
| Prints & Editions | 2007 | $1,151 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Pauline Bewick worth?
Across 94 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Pauline Bewick work is $2,466. The median Pauline Bewick work on paper sells for $2,442 across 58 lots. The median Pauline Bewick print sells for $575 across 12 lots. The median Pauline Bewick painting sells for $9,385 across 11 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Pauline Bewick work on papers typically sell for $1,213–$4,620 (the middle half of 38 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Pauline Bewick work on paper?
Based on 58 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Pauline Bewick work on paper is $2,442. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Pauline Bewick's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Pauline Bewick work on paper is $79,800.
What is the average price of a Pauline Bewick print?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Pauline Bewick print is $575.
What is Pauline Bewick's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Pauline Bewick print is $1,169.
What is the average price of a Pauline Bewick painting?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Pauline Bewick painting is $9,385.
What is Pauline Bewick's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Pauline Bewick painting is $19,758.
What is the average price of a medium Pauline Bewick work on paper?
Based on 38 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Pauline Bewick work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $3,282, 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 Pauline Bewick work on paper?
Based on 17 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Pauline Bewick work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,676, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Pauline Bewick's auction record?
Pauline Bewick's auction record is $79,800, set in 2004.
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