Percy Gray (1869–1952)
What is Percy Gray’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 64 auction results for Percy Gray at 7 houses since 2000. Over the last 24 months the median price was $5,000 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,911–$7,315, n=18). The auction record is $39,375 for Oaks under cloudy skies with a lake in the distance (2014, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oaks under cloudy skies with a lake in the distance, 1869 | Painting | $39,375 | Bonhams | Nov 2014 |
| 2 | The Oaks, 1869 | Watercolor and graphite on paper affixed to board | $38,750 | Bonhams | Nov 2016 |
| 3 | When Monterey Was Young | Watercolor on paper | $32,175 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2013 |
| 4 | Along the water's edge, 1869 | Oil on canvas | $32,000 | Bonhams | Oct 2020 |
| 5 | Trees and Wildflowers (Coastal live oaks and wildflowers), 1923 | Watercolor on thick paper | $31,750 | John Moran Auctioneers | May 2025 |
| 6 | Monterey Oak | Watercolor on paper | $27,225 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2025 |
| 7 | Wildflowers along the coast, 1869 | Watercolor on paperboard | $24,000 | Bonhams | Apr 2016 |
| 8 | Haystacks and oaks, 1869 | Oil on canvas | $22,500 | Bonhams | Nov 2016 |
| 9 | Marin Lake (Lake Nicasio), 1869 | Oil on canvas | $22,500 | Bonhams | Apr 2017 |
| 10 | View of Mount Tamalpais, 1869 | Watercolor on paperboard | $22,000 | Bonhams | Apr 2016 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 8 | $18,125 |
| Works on paper | 52 | $5,416 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 11 | $13,750 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 39 | $5,000 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 64 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
Percy Gray is an American artist with 76 auction lots recorded since 2000, median price $6,325.
A work by Percy Gray sold in 2026 for $16,640, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 60 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Percy Gray work is $6,325.
The median Percy Gray work on paper sells for $5,000 across 42 lots.
The median Percy Gray painting sells for $13,750 across 9 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Percy Gray work on papers typically sell for $3,261–$6,638 (the middle half of 35 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 10 | $13,750 | $39,375 | 90% | 2025-06-20 |
| Works on Paper | 49 | $5,000 | $32,175 | 85.7% | 2026-05-05 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $35,462 | $39,375 | — | 2020-10-13 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $22,500–$38,750 | $22,500 | $39,375 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 35 | $3,261–$6,638 | $4,840 | $32,175 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $5,685–$11,406 | $8,750 | $31,750 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2014 | $39,375 |
| Paintings | 2016 | $38,750 |
| Works on Paper | 2013 | $32,175 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $31,750 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Percy Gray worth?
Across 60 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Percy Gray work is $6,325. The median Percy Gray work on paper sells for $5,000 across 42 lots. The median Percy Gray painting sells for $13,750 across 9 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Percy Gray work on papers typically sell for $3,261–$6,638 (the middle half of 35 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 Percy Gray work on paper?
Based on 42 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Percy Gray work on paper is $5,000.
What is Percy Gray's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Percy Gray work on paper is $32,175.
What is the average price of a small Percy Gray work on paper?
Based on 35 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Percy Gray work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $4,840, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Percy Gray's auction record?
Percy Gray's auction record is $39,375, set in 2014.
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