Vivian Springford (1913–2003)
What is Vivian Springford’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 59 auction results for Vivian Springford at 6 houses since 2008. Over the last 24 months the median price was $33,020 including buyer’s premium (middle half $4,930–$46,355, n=19). The auction record is $241,300 for Untitled (Tanzania Series) (2023, Phillips). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Untitled (Tanzania Series), 1971 | Acrylic paint | $241,300 | Phillips | May 2023 |
| 2 | Untitled (acrylic on canvas), 1975 | Acrylic paint | $233,100 | Phillips | Nov 2022 |
| 3 | Untitled (acrylic on canvas), 1984 | Acrylic paint | $144,900 | Phillips | May 2022 |
| 4 | Martinique Series, 1972 | Acrylic paint | $113,511 | Phillips | Oct 2023 |
| 5 | Untitled (acrylic on canvas), 1971 | Acrylic paint | $113,400 | Phillips | Sep 2022 |
| 6 | Untitled (Daffodil Series), 1971 | Acrylic paint | $107,950 | Sotheby's | Mar 2024 |
| 7 | UNTITLED (VSF122), 1975 | Acrylic on canvas | $107,100 | Sotheby's | Oct 2020 |
| 8 | Martinique Series, 1972 | Acrylic paint | $106,250 | Phillips | Sep 2020 |
| 9 | Untitled (Tanzania Series), 1972 | Acrylic paint | $106,250 | Phillips | Jul 2020 |
| 10 | Untitled (VSP0025), 1975 | Acrylic on canvas | $105,449 | Sotheby's | Apr 2024 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 48 | $48,509 |
| Works on paper | 5 | $2,286 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 40 | $69,850 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 12 | $26,560 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 59 results from 6 houses · How we compute these figures
Vivian Springford is an artist with 70 auction lots recorded since 2008, median price $47,880.
A work by Vivian Springford sold in 2026 for $50,000, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 59 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Vivian Springford work is $47,880.
The median Vivian Springford painting sells for $57,863 across 48 lots.
The median Vivian Springford work on paper sells for $3,763 across 6 lots.
Large (over 120 cm) Vivian Springford paintings typically sell for $44,450–$102,724 (the middle half of 35 sold lots).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 53 | $57,863 | $241,300 | 90.6% | 2026-07-07 |
| Works on Paper | 6 | $3,763 | $7,620 | — | 2025-11-12 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 11 | $107,950 | $241,300 | — | 2024-04-06 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 8 | $23,460–$48,070 | $33,210 | $144,900 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 35 | $44,450–$102,724 | $76,800 | $241,300 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2023 | $241,300 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $233,100 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $7,620 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $5,334 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Vivian Springford worth?
Across 59 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Vivian Springford work is $47,880. The median Vivian Springford painting sells for $57,863 across 48 lots. The median Vivian Springford work on paper sells for $3,763 across 6 lots. Large (over 120 cm) Vivian Springford paintings typically sell for $44,450–$102,724 (the middle half of 35 sold lots).
What is the average price of a Vivian Springford painting?
Based on 48 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Vivian Springford painting is $57,863.
What is Vivian Springford's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Vivian Springford painting is $241,300.
What is the average price of a large Vivian Springford painting?
Based on 35 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Vivian Springford painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $76,800, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Vivian Springford's auction record?
Vivian Springford's auction record is $241,300, set in 2023.
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