Will Ousley (1866–1953)
Will Ousley is an American/Louisiana artist with 78 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $1,162.
A work by Will Ousley sold in 2026 for $3,380, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Will Ousley on OpeningBid →What is a Will Ousley work worth?
Across 61 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Will Ousley work is $1,162.
The median Will Ousley painting sells for $1,150 across 60 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Will Ousley paintings typically sell for $822–$1,792 (the middle half of 49 sold lots).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 77 | $1,150 | $5,462 | 77.9% | 2024-02-20 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $4,644 | $5,462 | — | 2026-01-23 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $748–$1,320 | $1,138 | $2,070 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 49 | $822–$1,792 | $1,150 | $5,462 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2004 | $5,462 |
| Paintings | 2003 | $4,600 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Will Ousley worth?
Across 61 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Will Ousley work is $1,162. The median Will Ousley painting sells for $1,150 across 60 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Will Ousley paintings typically sell for $822–$1,792 (the middle half of 49 sold lots).
What is the average price of a Will Ousley painting?
Based on 60 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Will Ousley painting is $1,150.
What is Will Ousley's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Will Ousley painting is $5,462.
What is the average price of a medium Will Ousley painting?
Based on 49 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Will Ousley painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,150, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Will Ousley's auction record?
Will Ousley's auction record is $5,462, set in 2004.
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