Peter Howson (b. 1958)
What is Peter Howson’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 265 auction results for Peter Howson at 19 houses since 2001. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,307 including buyer’s premium (middle half $724–$2,271, n=50). The auction record is $219,009 for Croatian and Muslim (2016, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Croatian and Muslim | Oil on canvas | $219,009 | Sotheby's | Nov 2016 |
| 2 | The Temptation of St. Anthony | Oil on canvas | $203,697 | Sotheby's | Jun 2007 |
| 3 | Sisters of Mercy, 1989 | Oil paint | $186,000 | Christie's | Sep 2005 |
| 4 | Hound | Oil on canvas | $23,737 | Sotheby's | Nov 2016 |
| 5 | MAN WITH HAT | <p>Signed lower right, oil on canvas</p> | $19,576 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2026 |
| 6 | West End Hero, 2002 | Signed lower right, signed, titled and dated to stretcher, oil on canvas | $17,639 | Lyon & Turnbull | Aug 2023 |
| 7 | THE BOXER | <p>Signed lower left, oil on canvas </p> | $17,440 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2026 |
| 8 | BEDTIME STORIES - OCTOBER 1986, 1986 | Signed, titled, dated and inscribed ‘P.O.A.’ verso, oil on canvas | $17,177 | Lyon & Turnbull | Aug 2026 |
| 9 | TRONGATE | Signed, oil on canvas | $16,798 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2023 |
| 10 | FACE OF BRITAIN III, 1991 | Signed stretcher verso, oil on canvas | $16,357 | Lyon & Turnbull | Apr 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 71 | $5,115 |
| Other | 22 | $1,078 |
| Works on paper | 115 | $1,042 |
| Prints | 43 | $472 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 27 | $14,028 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 83 | $2,507 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 137 | $853 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 265 results from 19 houses · How we compute these figures
Peter Howson is a British (modern) artist with 304 auction lots recorded since 2001, median price $1,307. 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 Howson sold in 2026 for $14,456, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Peter Howson on OpeningBid →What is a Peter Howson work worth?
Across 264 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Peter Howson work is $1,307.
The median Peter Howson work on paper sells for $1,030 across 109 lots.
The median Peter Howson painting sells for $4,978 across 72 lots.
The median Peter Howson print sells for $613 across 65 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Peter Howson work on papers typically sell for $522–$1,290 (the middle half of 79 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Peter Howson prints typically sell for $394–$884 (the middle half of 32 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 74 | $613†‡ | $12,057 | 87.8% | 2026-09-30 |
| Paintings | 81 | $4,978 | $219,009 | 88.9% | 2026-09-30 |
| Works on Paper | 113 | $1,030†‡ | $6,216 | 96.5% | 2026-08-12 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $902 | $902 | — | 2022-04-14 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 14 | $17,309 | $219,009 | — | 2026-09-30 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Peter Howson's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (74 lots) median $613 with 87.8% sell-through. Paintings (81 lots) median $4,978, record $219,009. A typical Peter Howson painting sells for around 8.1× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 14 lots) the median is $17,309.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 32 | $394–$884‡ | $496‡ | $6,165 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 27 | $460–$1,128†‡ | $687†‡ | $12,057 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 19 | $1,916–$3,214 | $2,596 | $5,115 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 30 | $3,793–$6,337 | $4,813 | $19,576 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 23 | $8,565–$16,988 | $14,128 | $219,009 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 79 | $522–$1,290‡ | $823‡ | $3,136 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 29 | $939–$3,002† | $1,780† | $6,216 |
† 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 | 2016 | $219,009 |
| Paintings | 2005 | $186,000 |
| Prints & Editions | 2003 | $12,057 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $6,216 |
| Prints & Editions | 2019 | $6,165 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $4,275 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2022 | $902 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Peter Howson worth?
Across 264 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Peter Howson work is $1,307. The median Peter Howson work on paper sells for $1,030 across 109 lots. The median Peter Howson painting sells for $4,978 across 72 lots. The median Peter Howson print sells for $613 across 65 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Peter Howson work on papers typically sell for $522–$1,290 (the middle half of 79 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Peter Howson prints typically sell for $394–$884 (the middle half of 32 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 Howson work on paper?
Based on 109 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Peter Howson work on paper is $1,030. 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 Howson's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Peter Howson work on paper is $6,216.
What is the average price of a Peter Howson painting?
Based on 72 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Peter Howson painting is $4,978.
What is Peter Howson's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Peter Howson painting is $219,009.
What is the average price of a Peter Howson print?
Based on 65 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Peter Howson print is $613. 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 Howson's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Peter Howson print is $12,057.
What is the average price of a small Peter Howson work on paper?
Based on 79 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Peter Howson work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $823, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a small Peter Howson print?
Based on 32 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Peter Howson print (small (under 50 cm)) is $496, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Peter Howson's auction record?
Peter Howson's auction record is $219,009, set in 2016.
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