William Edward De Garthe (1907–1983)
What is William Edward De Garthe’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 25 auction results for William Edward De Garthe at 4 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $537 including buyer’s premium (middle half $537–$886, n=5). The auction record is $2,496 for MORNING LIGHT AT PEGGY’S COVE, NOVA SCOTIA (2015, Waddingtons). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MORNING LIGHT AT PEGGY’S COVE, NOVA SCOTIA, 1957 | Oil on canvas board signed | $2,496 | Waddingtons | May 2015 |
| 2 | UNTITLED (LOBSTER SEASON) | OIL ON CANVAS | $1,374 | Waddingtons | Mar 2026 |
| 3 | Peggy's Cove | OIL ON CANVAS BOARD | $1,128 | Waddingtons | Oct 2014 |
| 4 | UNTITLED (CASTING THE NETS) | OIL ON CANVAS | $886 | Waddingtons | Nov 2025 |
| 5 | DRYING SAIL, PEGGY'S COVE, NOVA SCOTIA, 1958 | OIL ON CANVAS BOARD | $658 | Waddingtons | Jul 2024 |
| 6 | Winter at Peggy's Cove | Oil on canvas | $588 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | Sep 2003 |
| 7 | MOONLIGHT OVER PEGGY'S COVE, NOVA SCOTIA, 1958 | OIL ON CANVAS BOARD | $564 | Waddingtons | Jul 2024 |
| 8 | UNTITLED (CRASHING WAVES - PEGGY'S COVE) | OIL ON CANVAS | $537 | Waddingtons | Dec 2025 |
| 9 | UNTITLED (PEGGY'S COVE) | OIL ON CANVAS | $537 | Waddingtons | Dec 2025 |
| 10 | PEGGY'S COVE, N.S., 1964 | OIL ON CANVAS BOARD | $397 | Waddingtons | Sep 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 11 | $588 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 7 | $886 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 25 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
William Edward De Garthe is a Canadian artist with 25 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $550. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by William Edward De Garthe sold in 2026 for $1,374, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View William Edward De Garthe on OpeningBid →What is a William Edward De Garthe work worth?
Across 24 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Edward De Garthe work is $550.
The median William Edward De Garthe painting sells for $537 across 25 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 26 | $537‡ | $1,374 | 96.2% | 2026-03-05 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $283–$522‡ | $390‡ | $658 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $537–$1,007‡ | $588‡ | $1,374 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2026 | $1,374 |
| Paintings | 2014 | $1,128 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William Edward De Garthe worth?
Across 24 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Edward De Garthe work is $550. The median William Edward De Garthe painting sells for $537 across 25 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a William Edward De Garthe painting?
Based on 25 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a William Edward De Garthe painting is $537. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is William Edward De Garthe's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a William Edward De Garthe painting is $1,374.
What is William Edward De Garthe's auction record?
William Edward De Garthe's auction record is $1,374, set in 2026.
See the full William Edward De Garthe record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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