WILLIAM A. OGILVIE (1901–1989)
What is WILLIAM A. OGILVIE’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 29 auction results for WILLIAM A. OGILVIE at 1 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $159 including buyer’s premium (middle half $103–$228, n=6). The auction record is $1,171 for A.Y. Sketching (2025, Waddingtons). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MOONLIT LAKE - ALGONQUIN PARK, 1970 | WATERCOLOUR | $237 | Waddingtons | Jun 2025 |
| 2 | GANNETS AT SUNRISE, 1978 | WATERCOLOUR-INK-CHALK ON PAPER | $209 | Waddingtons | Aug 2021 |
| 3 | ROAD, MEDONTE TOWNSHIP | WATERCOLOUR | $202 | Waddingtons | Mar 2026 |
| 4 | WINTER, ALBION HILLS | INK/WATERCOLOUR | $199 | Waddingtons | Jul 2012 |
| 5 | COLOUR FANTASY, 1956 | WATERCOLOUR | $152 | Waddingtons | Apr 2024 |
| 6 | LATE EVENING, ALGONQUIN, 1970 | OIL ON CANVAS BOARD | $134 | Waddingtons | May 2023 |
| 7 | ALGONQUIN LANDSCAPE, 1971 | WATERCOLOUR | $116 | Waddingtons | Nov 2024 |
| 8 | UNTITLED (SUNLIT WOODLAND STUDY), 1929 | WATERCOLOUR | $98 | Waddingtons | Dec 2025 |
| 9 | ASPECT OF NOTRE DAME, 1961 | INK AND WATERCOLOUR | $90 | Waddingtons | Apr 2026 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A.Y. Sketching | Colour chalk | $1,171 | Waddingtons | Aug 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 10 | $134 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 7 | $199 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $134 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 29 results from 1 houses · How we compute these figures
WILLIAM A. OGILVIE is a Canadian artist with 28 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $134.
A work by WILLIAM A. OGILVIE sold in 2026 for $202, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a WILLIAM A. OGILVIE work is $134.
The median WILLIAM A. OGILVIE work on paper sells for $152 across 26 lots.
The median WILLIAM A. OGILVIE painting sells for $134 across 3 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 3 | $134 | $134 | — | 2023-06-08 |
| Works on Paper | 26 | $152 | $1,171 | — | 2026-04-02 |
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $103–$219 | $199 | $1,171 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $1,171 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $237 |
| Paintings | 2023 | $134 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a WILLIAM A. OGILVIE worth?
Across 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a WILLIAM A. OGILVIE work is $134. The median WILLIAM A. OGILVIE work on paper sells for $152 across 26 lots. The median WILLIAM A. OGILVIE painting sells for $134 across 3 lots.
What is the average price of a WILLIAM A. OGILVIE work on paper?
Based on 26 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a WILLIAM A. OGILVIE work on paper is $152.
What is WILLIAM A. OGILVIE's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a WILLIAM A. OGILVIE work on paper is $1,171.
What is WILLIAM A. OGILVIE's auction record?
WILLIAM A. OGILVIE's auction record is $1,171, set in 2025.
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