Peter Clapham Sheppard (1882–1965)
What is Peter Clapham Sheppard’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 47 auction results for Peter Clapham Sheppard at 2 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $11,766 including buyer’s premium (middle half $4,512–$17,859, n=7). The auction record is $130,195 for The Bridge Builders, Construction, Bloor Street Viaduct (2025, Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Bridge Builders, Construction, Bloor Street Viaduct, 1915 | Oil on canvas | $130,195 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | May 2025 |
| 2 | Hôtel du Canada, Winter, Marché Bonsecours, 1931, 1931 | Oil on canvas | $23,857 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | Nov 2025 |
| 3 | The Gas Works, 1912 | Oil on board | $11,860 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | May 2026 |
| 4 | Bloor Street Viaduct | Oil on board | $11,766 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | May 2026 |
| 5 | Woman in the Garden, The Grange, 1910 | Oil on canvas | $5,687 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | May 2024 |
| 6 | Main Street, Bancroft, Ontario, 1941 | Oil on board | $5,295 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | Jun 2026 |
| 7 | Near Halifax, N.S., 1934 | Oil on board | $3,729 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | Jul 2026 |
| 8 | Halifax, 1934 | Oil on board | $3,551 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | Jul 2026 |
| 9 | The Brickworks, Toronto | Oil on board | $3,265 | Cowley Abbott Fine Art Auction House | Nov 2017 |
| 10 | BANCROFT HILLS | OIL ON ARTIST BOARD | $1,823 | Waddingtons | Jan 2020 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 11 | $3,265 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 12 | $1,732 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 47 results from 2 houses · How we compute these figures
Peter Clapham Sheppard is a Canadian artist with 47 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $3,408. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Peter Clapham Sheppard sold in 2026 for $3,551, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 47 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Peter Clapham Sheppard work is $3,408.
The median Peter Clapham Sheppard painting sells for $3,935 across 40 lots.
The median Peter Clapham Sheppard work on paper sells for $270 across 3 lots.
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 40 | $3,935‡ | $130,195 | — | 2026-06-23 |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $270 | $320 | — | 2024-07-11 |
‡ 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) | 18 | $1,283–$5,512‡ | $2,282‡ | $23,857 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $5,521–$14,207‡ | $10,003‡ | $20,988‡ |
‡ 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 | 2025 | $130,195 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $23,857 |
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $320 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $220 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Peter Clapham Sheppard worth?
Across 47 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Peter Clapham Sheppard work is $3,408. The median Peter Clapham Sheppard painting sells for $3,935 across 40 lots. The median Peter Clapham Sheppard work on paper sells for $270 across 3 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Peter Clapham Sheppard painting?
Based on 40 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Peter Clapham Sheppard painting is $3,935. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Peter Clapham Sheppard's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Peter Clapham Sheppard painting is $130,195.
What is the average price of a small Peter Clapham Sheppard painting?
Based on 18 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Peter Clapham Sheppard painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $2,282, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Peter Clapham Sheppard's auction record?
Peter Clapham Sheppard's auction record is $130,195, set in 2025.
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