William Gottlieb (1917–2006)
William Gottlieb is an American artist with 15 auction lots recorded since 2016, median price $1,377. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by William Gottlieb sold in 2025 for $1,377, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View William Gottlieb on OpeningBid →What is a William Gottlieb work worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Gottlieb work is $1,377.
The median William Gottlieb photograph sells for $1,377 across 5 lots.
The median William Gottlieb work on paper sells for $6,250 across 1 lots.
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 1 | $6,250 | $6,250 | — | 2017-02-14 |
| Photography | 7 | $1,377† | $2,000 | 71.4% | 2025-03-04 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $6,250 |
| Photography | 2017 | $2,000 |
| Photography | 2024 | $1,441 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William Gottlieb worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Gottlieb work is $1,377. The median William Gottlieb photograph sells for $1,377 across 5 lots. The median William Gottlieb work on paper sells for $6,250 across 1 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is William Gottlieb's auction record?
William Gottlieb's auction record is $6,250, set in 2017.
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