William Ashford (1746–1824)
William Ashford is an Irish artist with 24 auction lots recorded since 1997, median price $72,143. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by William Ashford sold in 2022 for $78,836, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View William Ashford on OpeningBid →What is a William Ashford work worth?
Across 14 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Ashford work is $72,143.
The median William Ashford painting sells for $72,500 across 13 lots.
The median William Ashford work on paper sells for $132 across 1 lots.
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 4 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Paintings | 18 | $72,500 | $615,940 | 72.2% | 2025-05-15 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | $132‡ | $132‡ | — | 2025-07-23 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $157,377 | $615,940 | — | 2022-06-01 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large (over 120 cm) | 8 | $52,314–$144,952 | $75,311 | $615,940 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2022 | $615,940 |
| Paintings | 2021 | $182,226 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $132‡ |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William Ashford worth?
Across 14 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Ashford work is $72,143. The median William Ashford painting sells for $72,500 across 13 lots. The median William Ashford work on paper sells for $132 across 1 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a William Ashford painting?
Based on 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a William Ashford painting is $72,500.
What is William Ashford's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a William Ashford painting is $615,940.
What is William Ashford's auction record?
William Ashford's auction record is $615,940, set in 2022.
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