Sam Bough (1822–1878)
What is Sam Bough’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 35 auction results for Sam Bough at 7 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,123 including buyer’s premium (middle half $723–$3,151, n=13). The auction record is $28,000 for A Winter Afternoon, West Highlands (2005, Coeur d'Alene Art Auction). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Winter Afternoon, West Highlands, 1875 | Oil on canvas | $28,000 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2005 |
| 2 | WINTON HOUSE EAST LOTHIAN - A FROSTY MORNING, 1872 | Signed and dated 1872, oil on canvas | $13,676 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2022 |
| 3 | SHIPPING IN THE POOL OF LONDON, 1859 | Signed and dated 1859, oil on board | $11,524 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2022 |
| 4 | THE BEACH AT SUNSET, 1871 | Signed and dated 1871, oil on canvas | $10,997 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2023 |
| 5 | A FISHING PORT AT SUNSET, 1863 | Signed, extensively inscribed (see note) and dated April 1st 1863 verso, oil on board; and three other views within the same mount, ‘A Mountain Pass’, ‘The Drove Road’ and 'Troops Parading in Edinburgh' (4) | $8,546 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2026 |
| 6 | PEAT GATHERERS, 1867 | Signed and dated 1867, watercolour heightened with gum arabic | $6,284 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2023 |
| 7 | BARGE LEAVING HARBOUR | Signed and indistinctly dated, oil on canvas | $5,469 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2026 |
| 8 | ON THE SANDS DYSART, 1858 | <p>Signed and dated 1858, oil on panel</p> | $4,813 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2025 |
| 9 | A MOUNTAIN STREAM BY MOONLIGHT, 1876 | Signed and dated 1876, oil on canvas | $4,748 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2023 |
| 10 | A CAPRICCIO VIEW OF EDINBURGH, 1863 | <p>Signed and dated 1863, watercolour</p> | $3,151 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 20 | $1,542 |
| Works on paper | 12 | $795 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 23 | $723 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 35 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
Sam Bough is a Scottish artist with 35 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $1,123. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Sam Bough sold in 2026 for $5,469, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Sam Bough on OpeningBid →What is a Sam Bough work worth?
Across 32 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Sam Bough work is $1,123.
The median Sam Bough painting sells for $1,363 across 22 lots.
The median Sam Bough work on paper sells for $880 across 11 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 | 22 | $1,363† | $28,000 | — | 2026-06-20 |
| Works on Paper | 14 | $880 | $6,284 | 78.6% | 2025-12-04 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 15 | $486–$1,542† | $723† | $8,546 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $542–$1,018 | $689 | $3,133 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2005 | $28,000 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $13,676 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $6,284 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $3,151 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Sam Bough worth?
Across 32 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Sam Bough work is $1,123. The median Sam Bough painting sells for $1,363 across 22 lots. The median Sam Bough work on paper sells for $880 across 11 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Sam Bough painting?
Based on 22 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Sam Bough painting is $1,363. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Sam Bough's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Sam Bough painting is $28,000.
What is the average price of a Sam Bough work on paper?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Sam Bough work on paper is $880.
What is Sam Bough's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Sam Bough work on paper is $6,284.
What is the average price of a small Sam Bough painting?
Based on 15 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Sam Bough painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $723, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Sam Bough's auction record?
Sam Bough's auction record is $28,000, set in 2005.
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