Sir William MacTaggart (1903–1981)
What is Sir William MacTaggart’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 33 auction results for Sir William MacTaggart at 3 houses since 2019. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,727 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,650–$3,831, n=7). The auction record is $9,894 for ROAD TO BRAEHEADS (2021, Lyon & Turnbull). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ROAD TO BRAEHEADS | Signed twice, oil on canvas | $9,894 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2021 |
| 2 | SUMMER FLOWERS | Signed, oil on board | $9,653 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2024 |
| 3 | THE LIGHTS OF KLAMPENBORG | Signed, oil on board | $9,496 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2023 |
| 4 | A FRESH BREEZE, 1960 | Signed and dated ‘60, oil on board | $8,849 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2024 |
| 5 | NEAR HUMBIE, 1967 | Signed and dated '67, signed and inscribed '£125' verso, oil on board | $8,230 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2023 |
| 6 | EVENING ON SOLWAY | Signed, oil on board | $7,598 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2022 |
| 7 | PROVENÇAL FARM | Oil on board | $7,378 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2024 |
| 8 | VENETIAN FACADE, 1959 | Signed and dated '59, oil on board | $6,596 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2021 |
| 9 | EVENING ON THE SOLWAY | Signed, oil on board | $6,114 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2024 |
| 10 | AUTUMN LANDSCAPE | Signed, oil on board | $6,014 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 22 | $5,086 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 21 | $4,610 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $2,145 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 33 results from 3 houses · How we compute these figures
Sir William MacTaggart is a Scottish artist with 34 auction lots recorded since 2019, median price $4,255.
A work by Sir William MacTaggart sold in 2024 for $7,378, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Sir William MacTaggart on OpeningBid →What is a Sir William MacTaggart work worth?
Across 31 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Sir William MacTaggart work is $4,255.
The median Sir William MacTaggart painting sells for $5,086 across 22 lots.
The median Sir William MacTaggart work on paper sells for $497 across 6 lots.
The median Sir William MacTaggart print sells for $573 across 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 3 | $573 | $1,312 | — | 2025-01-22 |
| Paintings | 22 | $5,086 | $9,894 | — | 2026-06-04 |
| Works on Paper | 8 | $497† | $894 | 75% | 2025-02-11 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Sir William MacTaggart's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (3 lots) median $573. Paintings (22 lots) median $5,086, record $9,894. A typical Sir William MacTaggart painting sells for around 8.9× the price of a typical print.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $2,827–$4,887 | $4,097 | $8,849 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 16 | $4,360–$7,756 | $6,064 | $9,894 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $258–$660† | $497† | $894 |
† 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 | 2021 | $9,894 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $9,653 |
| Prints & Editions | 2022 | $1,312 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $894 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $713 |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $573 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Sir William MacTaggart worth?
Across 31 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Sir William MacTaggart work is $4,255. The median Sir William MacTaggart painting sells for $5,086 across 22 lots. The median Sir William MacTaggart work on paper sells for $497 across 6 lots. The median Sir William MacTaggart print sells for $573 across 3 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Sir William MacTaggart painting?
Based on 22 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Sir William MacTaggart painting is $5,086.
What is Sir William MacTaggart's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Sir William MacTaggart painting is $9,894.
What is the average price of a medium Sir William MacTaggart painting?
Based on 16 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Sir William MacTaggart painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $6,064, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Sir William MacTaggart's auction record?
Sir William MacTaggart's auction record is $9,894, set in 2021.
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