Prunella Clough (1919–1999)
What is Prunella Clough’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 253 auction results for Prunella Clough at 16 houses since 1998. Over the last 24 months the median price was $6,724 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,952–$14,831, n=32). The auction record is $190,291 for Cranes and men (2008, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cranes and men, 1950 | Oil paint | $190,291 | Christie's | Jun 2008 |
| 2 | Fishermen with Sprat Nets II, 1949 | Oil paint | $166,200 | Christie's | Mar 2022 |
| 3 | Small Gate Painting No.5 | Oil on canvas | $112,216 | Sotheby's | Jul 2007 |
| 4 | Fisherman, 1919 | Painting | $87,968 | Bonhams | Sep 2021 |
| 5 | Lorry with ladder 1 | — | $74,870 | Sotheby's | Jul 2008 |
| 6 | Printer Checking Proofs, 1953 | Oil paint | $64,160 | Christie's | Mar 2024 |
| 7 | Still Life with Yellow Marrows, 1948 | Oil paint | $62,347 | Christie's | Jan 2020 |
| 8 | Fisherman with Floats | Oil on canvas | $60,432 | Sotheby's | May 2011 |
| 9 | Lorry with Ladder, 1919 | Painting | $60,277 | Bonhams | Jun 2024 |
| 10 | Collage in Two Parts | — | $57,785 | Sotheby's | Jul 2008 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 87 | $11,757 |
| Other | 36 | $7,916 |
| Works on paper | 42 | $1,319 |
| Prints | 62 | $800 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 9 | $14,765 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 81 | $7,156 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 121 | $1,814 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 253 results from 16 houses · How we compute these figures
Prunella Clough is a British (modern) artist with 269 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $3,021. 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 Prunella Clough sold in 2026 for $24,118, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Prunella Clough on OpeningBid →What is a Prunella Clough work worth?
Across 251 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Prunella Clough work is $3,021.
The median Prunella Clough painting sells for $10,999 across 99 lots.
The median Prunella Clough print sells for $627 across 69 lots.
The median Prunella Clough work on paper sells for $1,521 across 52 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Prunella Clough paintings typically sell for $10,043–$29,390 (the middle half of 51 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Prunella Clough work on papers typically sell for $989–$3,841 (the middle half of 49 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 | 72 | $627†‡ | $3,913 | 95.8% | 2026-10-13 |
| Paintings | 104 | $10,999†‡ | $190,291 | 95.2% | 2026-10-22 |
| Works on Paper | 57 | $1,521† | $37,746 | 91.2% | 2026-10-30 |
| Photography | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 13 | $62,347 | $190,291 | — | 2024-06-19 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Prunella Clough's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (72 lots) median $627 with 95.8% sell-through. Paintings (104 lots) median $10,999, record $190,291. A typical Prunella Clough painting sells for around 18× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 13 lots) the median is $62,347.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 35 | $669–$1,572†‡ | $1,032†‡ | $3,913 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 34 | $376–$700† | $522† | $1,515 |
† 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) | 37 | $3,110–$9,844†‡ | $5,884†‡ | $21,329 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 51 | $10,043–$29,390†‡ | $14,342†‡ | $190,291 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 9 | $12,465–$25,812 | $14,765 | $28,334 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 49 | $989–$3,841† | $1,451† | $37,746 |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2008 | $190,291 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $166,200 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $37,746 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $16,549 |
| Prints & Editions | 2008 | $3,913 |
| Prints & Editions | 2015 | $3,669‡ |
‡ 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 Prunella Clough worth?
Across 251 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Prunella Clough work is $3,021. The median Prunella Clough painting sells for $10,999 across 99 lots. The median Prunella Clough print sells for $627 across 69 lots. The median Prunella Clough work on paper sells for $1,521 across 52 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Prunella Clough paintings typically sell for $10,043–$29,390 (the middle half of 51 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Prunella Clough work on papers typically sell for $989–$3,841 (the middle half of 49 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 Prunella Clough painting?
Based on 99 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Prunella Clough painting is $10,999. 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 Prunella Clough's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Prunella Clough painting is $190,291.
What is the average price of a Prunella Clough print?
Based on 69 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Prunella Clough print is $627. 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 Prunella Clough's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Prunella Clough print is $3,913.
What is the average price of a Prunella Clough work on paper?
Based on 52 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Prunella Clough work on paper is $1,521. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Prunella Clough's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Prunella Clough work on paper is $37,746.
What is the average price of a medium Prunella Clough painting?
Based on 51 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Prunella Clough painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $14,342, 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 small Prunella Clough work on paper?
Based on 49 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Prunella Clough work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,451, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Prunella Clough's auction record?
Prunella Clough's auction record is $190,291, set in 2008.
See the full Prunella Clough record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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