Sir William Nicholson (1872–1949)
Sir William Nicholson is a British artist with 26 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $15,799. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Sir William Nicholson sold in 2026 for $514,627, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Sir William Nicholson on OpeningBid →What is a Sir William Nicholson work worth?
Across 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Sir William Nicholson work is $15,799.
The median Sir William Nicholson painting sells for $418,393 across 5 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 | 5 | $418,393 | $566,089 | — | 2026-10-22 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 6 | $418,393† | $566,089 | — | 2026-10-21 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2026 | $566,089 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $514,627 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Sir William Nicholson worth?
Across 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Sir William Nicholson work is $15,799. The median Sir William Nicholson painting sells for $418,393 across 5 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Sir William Nicholson's auction record?
Sir William Nicholson's auction record is $553,656, set in 2022. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $553,656 (buyer's premium not included).
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