Peter Greenham (1909–2009)
What is Peter Greenham’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 63 auction results for Peter Greenham at 10 houses since 1998. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,549 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,153–$3,834, n=5). The auction record is $8,326 for Beach scene in summer (2012, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beach scene in summer, 1909 | Painting | $8,326 | Bonhams | Mar 2012 |
| 2 | Peter Greenham, R.A. (1909-1992) | Oil on canvas | $5,593 | Christie's | Oct 2004 |
| 3 | railway journey | Oil on board | $5,237 | Sotheby's | Jun 2007 |
| 4 | Port Meadow | Oil on canvas | $3,834 | Sworders | Oct 2025 |
| 5 | Port Meadow, 1909 | Oil on canvas | $3,834 | Sworders | Oct 2025 |
| 6 | Beach scene with bathers, 1909 | Painting | $3,568 | Bonhams | Mar 2012 |
| 7 | Mundesley, 1909 | Oil paint | $3,069 | Christie's | Oct 2008 |
| 8 | View from road between Cambo and Hexham | Oil on canvas | $2,928 | Chiswick Auctions | Mar 2023 |
| 9 | Sculptor's studio | Oil on canvas | $2,842 | Roseberys London | Jun 2024 |
| 10 | THE BEDTIME STORY, 1909 | Oil on canvas | $2,753 | Sworders | Jan 2019 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 43 | $1,583 |
| Other | 5 | $813 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 16 | $2,551 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 31 | $1,290 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 63 results from 10 houses · How we compute these figures
Peter Greenham is a British (modern) artist with 70 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $1,282. 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 Peter Greenham is recorded as sold in 2026 for $2,282; whether the price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Peter Greenham on OpeningBid →What is a Peter Greenham work worth?
Across 61 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Peter Greenham work is $1,282.
The median Peter Greenham painting sells for $1,307 across 57 lots.
The median Peter Greenham work on paper sells for $357 across 2 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Peter Greenham paintings typically sell for $981–$1,747 (the middle half of 41 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 | 63 | $1,307†‡ | $8,326 | 90.5% | 2026-06-02 |
| Works on Paper | 2 | $357‡ | $530‡ | — | 2017-10-24 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $5,237 | $8,326 | — | 2025-10-07 |
† 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) | 41 | $981–$1,747†‡ | $1,270†‡ | $8,326 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 15 | $1,205–$2,885 | $2,549 | $5,593 |
† 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 | 2012 | $8,326 |
| Paintings | 2004 | $5,593 |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $530‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2010 | $184 |
‡ 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 Peter Greenham worth?
Across 61 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Peter Greenham work is $1,282. The median Peter Greenham painting sells for $1,307 across 57 lots. The median Peter Greenham work on paper sells for $357 across 2 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Peter Greenham paintings typically sell for $981–$1,747 (the middle half of 41 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 Peter Greenham painting?
Based on 57 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Peter Greenham painting is $1,307. 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 Peter Greenham's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Peter Greenham painting is $8,326.
What is the average price of a small Peter Greenham painting?
Based on 41 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Peter Greenham painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,270, 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 medium Peter Greenham painting?
Based on 15 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Peter Greenham painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,549, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Peter Greenham's auction record?
Peter Greenham's auction record is $8,326, set in 2012.
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