Robert Gemmell Hutchison (1855–1936)
What is Robert Gemmell Hutchison’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 73 auction results for Robert Gemmell Hutchison at 9 houses since 2010. Over the last 24 months the median price was $6,297 including buyer’s premium (middle half $3,587–$12,515, n=26). The auction record is $51,463 for A hopeful forecast (2026, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A hopeful forecast, 1855 | Oil on canvas | $51,463 | Bonhams | May 2026 |
| 2 | THE LADYBIRD | Signed, oil on canvas | $32,078 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2024 |
| 3 | PADDLING | Signed, oil on canvas | $27,347 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2026 |
| 4 | Children at the water's edge, 1855 | Oil paint | $25,197 | Christie's | May 2012 |
| 5 | THE GOLDFISH BOWL | Signed, oil on panel | $23,565 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2023 |
| 6 | SAILING THE TOY BOAT | <p>Signed, oil on canvas</p> | $23,142 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2025 |
| 7 | Waiting on the milkman | Oil on canvas | $22,696 | Sotheby's | Jul 2023 |
| 8 | Rolling Easter Eggs, 1855 | Oil on canvas | $22,301 | Bonhams | May 2026 |
| 9 | YOUNG FISHERGIRLS | Signed, oil on board | $20,575 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2023 |
| 10 | LADYBIRD, LADYBIRD, FLY AWAY HOME | <p>Signed, inscribed with title on contemporary label verso, oil on board</p> | $19,253 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 63 | $6,382 |
| Works on paper | 6 | $2,015 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 20 | $6,702 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 49 | $6,014 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 73 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Robert Gemmell Hutchison is a British (modern) artist with 84 auction lots recorded since 2001, median price $6,014. 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 Robert Gemmell Hutchison sold in 2026 for $6,495, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 72 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Gemmell Hutchison work is $6,014.
The median Robert Gemmell Hutchison painting sells for $6,138 across 67 lots.
The median Robert Gemmell Hutchison work on paper sells for $2,015 across 6 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Robert Gemmell Hutchison paintings typically sell for $3,529–$11,783 (the middle half of 45 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Robert Gemmell Hutchison paintings typically sell for $3,431–$15,035 (the middle half of 21 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 | 71 | $6,138†‡ | $51,463 | 94.4% | 2026-06-16 |
| Works on Paper | 10 | $2,015 | $5,936 | 60% | 2025-10-08 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $29,713 | $51,463 | — | 2026-06-04 |
† 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) | 45 | $3,529–$11,783 | $6,098 | $27,347 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 21 | $3,431–$15,035†‡ | $6,177†‡ | $51,463 |
† 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 | 2026 | $51,463 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $32,078 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $5,936 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $5,774 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Robert Gemmell Hutchison worth?
Across 72 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Gemmell Hutchison work is $6,014. The median Robert Gemmell Hutchison painting sells for $6,138 across 67 lots. The median Robert Gemmell Hutchison work on paper sells for $2,015 across 6 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Robert Gemmell Hutchison paintings typically sell for $3,529–$11,783 (the middle half of 45 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Robert Gemmell Hutchison paintings typically sell for $3,431–$15,035 (the middle half of 21 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 Robert Gemmell Hutchison painting?
Based on 67 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Gemmell Hutchison painting is $6,138. 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 Robert Gemmell Hutchison's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Gemmell Hutchison painting is $51,463.
What is the average price of a small Robert Gemmell Hutchison painting?
Based on 45 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Robert Gemmell Hutchison painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $6,098, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a medium Robert Gemmell Hutchison painting?
Based on 21 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Robert Gemmell Hutchison painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $6,177, 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 Robert Gemmell Hutchison's auction record?
Robert Gemmell Hutchison's auction record is $51,463, set in 2026.
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