William Gear (1915–1997)
What is William Gear’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 170 auction results for William Gear at 23 houses since 2000. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,304 including buyer’s premium (middle half $625–$3,427, n=44). The auction record is $42,269 for Intérieur (2003, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Intérieur, 1915 | Oil on canvas | $42,269 | Christie's | Oct 2003 |
| 2 | September Landscape, 1915 | Oil paint | $35,395 | Christie's | Jun 2007 |
| 3 | Yellow and Grey, 1954 | Oil on canvas | $26,226 | Sotheby's | Mar 2021 |
| 4 | November '63, 1915 | Oil paint | $24,884 | Christie's | Nov 2006 |
| 5 | Composition with Puppet, 1915 | Gouache | $22,688 | Christie's | Nov 2019 |
| 6 | Spring Frolic, 1952 | Oil paint | $21,337 | Christie's | Jan 2020 |
| 7 | Red Flash, 1987 | Signed and dated lower right, signed and dated and inscribed with title verso, oil on canvas | $20,462 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2022 |
| 8 | Lattice, 1915 | Oil paint | $19,582 | Christie's | Mar 2014 |
| 9 | Composition, 1915 | Oil paint | $18,799 | Christie's | Jun 2006 |
| 10 | Paysage, 1915 | Oil paint | $16,830 | Christie's | Oct 2010 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 64 | $5,925 |
| Works on paper | 54 | $1,207 |
| Other | 7 | $916 |
| Prints | 18 | $698 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 17 | $6,279 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 88 | $1,709 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 39 | $1,134 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 170 results from 23 houses · How we compute these figures
William Gear is a British (modern) artist with 235 auction lots recorded since 2000, median price $1,447. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by William Gear sold in 2026 for $13,399, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View William Gear on OpeningBid →What is a William Gear work worth?
Across 166 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Gear work is $1,447.
The median William Gear painting sells for $4,372 across 79 lots.
The median William Gear work on paper sells for $1,212 across 51 lots.
The median William Gear print sells for $690 across 28 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) William Gear paintings typically sell for $1,203–$10,919 (the middle half of 53 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) William Gear work on papers typically sell for $939–$1,784 (the middle half of 26 sold lots).
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 31 | $690‡ | $1,833 | 90.3% | 2026-06-11 |
| Paintings | 102 | $4,372†‡ | $42,269 | 77.5% | 2026-08-12 |
| Works on Paper | 63 | $1,212†‡ | $22,688 | 81% | 2026-08-12 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2 | $7,112 | $13,399 | — | 2026-10-30 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 9 | $22,688 | $42,269 | — | 2022-01-19 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
William Gear's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (31 lots) median $690 with 90.3% sell-through. Paintings (102 lots) median $4,372, record $42,269. A typical William Gear painting sells for around 6.3× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 9 lots) the median is $22,688.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $458–$862‡ | $530‡ | $1,833 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 18 | $607–$894‡ | $721‡ | $1,250 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $1,858–$4,977 | $3,500 | $20,462 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 53 | $1,203–$10,919†‡ | $3,777†‡ | $42,269 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 17 | $2,920–$8,785 | $6,279 | $24,884 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 25 | $810–$1,779‡ | $1,179‡ | $7,943 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 26 | $939–$1,784† | $1,309† | $22,688 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 | 2003 | $42,269 |
| Paintings | 2007 | $35,395 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $22,688 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $13,399 |
| Works on Paper | 2008 | $7,943 |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $1,833 |
| Prints & Editions | 2012 | $1,389 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2021 | $825 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William Gear worth?
Across 166 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Gear work is $1,447. The median William Gear painting sells for $4,372 across 79 lots. The median William Gear work on paper sells for $1,212 across 51 lots. The median William Gear print sells for $690 across 28 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) William Gear paintings typically sell for $1,203–$10,919 (the middle half of 53 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) William Gear work on papers typically sell for $939–$1,784 (the middle half of 26 sold lots). Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a William Gear painting?
Based on 79 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a William Gear painting is $4,372. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is William Gear's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a William Gear painting is $42,269.
What is the average price of a William Gear work on paper?
Based on 51 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a William Gear work on paper is $1,212. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is William Gear's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a William Gear work on paper is $22,688.
What is the average price of a William Gear print?
Based on 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a William Gear print is $690. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is William Gear's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a William Gear print is $1,833.
What is the average price of a medium William Gear painting?
Based on 53 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium William Gear painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $3,777, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a medium William Gear work on paper?
Based on 26 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium William Gear work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,309, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is William Gear's auction record?
William Gear's auction record is $42,269, set in 2003.
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