Ralph William Holmes (1876–1963)
Ralph William Holmes is an American artist with 12 auction lots recorded since 2012, median price $1,375. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Ralph William Holmes sold in 2026 for $2,970, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Ralph William Holmes on OpeningBid →What is a Ralph William Holmes work worth?
Across 9 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ralph William Holmes work is $1,375.
The median Ralph William Holmes painting sells for $1,812 across 10 lots.
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 13 | $1,812 | $4,550 | 76.9% | 2026-05-05 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $1,270–$1,875 | $1,750 | $4,550 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2023 | $4,550 |
| Paintings | 2013 | $3,750 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ralph William Holmes worth?
Across 9 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ralph William Holmes work is $1,375. The median Ralph William Holmes painting sells for $1,812 across 10 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Ralph William Holmes painting?
Based on 10 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ralph William Holmes painting is $1,812.
What is Ralph William Holmes's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ralph William Holmes painting is $4,550.
What is Ralph William Holmes's auction record?
Ralph William Holmes's auction record is $3,750, set in 2013.
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