William H. Bailey (1930–2020)
What is William H. Bailey’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 28 auction results for William H. Bailey at 8 houses since 2001. Over the last 24 months the median price was $11,170 including buyer’s premium (middle half $989–$12,700, n=12). The auction record is $83,050 for Still Life, Pierle, 1987 (2025, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Still Life, Pierle, 1987, 1930 | Oil on canvas | $83,050 | Bonhams | Mar 2025 |
| 2 | Umbrian Still Life #2, 1982 | Oil on canvas | $60,480 | Christie's | May 2010 |
| 3 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1977 | Oil paint | $47,500 | Christie's | Sep 2017 |
| 4 | Mezzaluna, 1994 | Oil on canvas | $41,732 | Christie's | Mar 2014 |
| 5 | Montone Still Life, 1977 | Oil paint | $40,000 | Christie's | Sep 2019 |
| 6 | Collazzone, 1997 | Oil on canvas | $22,440 | Wright | Jan 2026 |
| 7 | Still Life Piemontese, 1990 | Casein on paper | $19,513 | Christie's | Sep 2005 |
| 8 | Still Life Livorno, 1987 | Casein on paper | $12,700 | Christie's | Feb 2026 |
| 9 | Untitled (Still Life), 1978 | Gouache on paper | $12,700 | Christie's | Jan 2026 |
| 10 | Agello, 2001 | Casein on paper | $12,600 | Christie's | Jul 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 8 | $32,086 |
| Works on paper | 10 | $1,771 |
| Other | 5 | $1,000 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 9 | $11,340 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $1,771 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 28 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
William H. Bailey is an American artist with 32 auction lots recorded since 2001, median price $9,284. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by William H. Bailey sold in 2026 for $12,700, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View William H. Bailey on OpeningBid →What is a William H. Bailey work worth?
Across 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William H. Bailey work is $9,284.
The median William H. Bailey painting sells for $40,000 across 9 lots.
The median William H. Bailey work on paper sells for $2,133 across 8 lots.
The median William H. Bailey print sells for $970 across 2 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 | $970 | $1,008 | 50% | 2026-07-22 |
| Paintings | 10 | $40,000 | $61,637 | 90% | 2026-02-27 |
| Works on Paper | 8 | $2,133 | $19,513 | — | 2026-05-27 |
William H. Bailey's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (4 lots) median $970 with 50% sell-through. Paintings (10 lots) median $40,000, record $61,637. A typical William H. Bailey painting sells for around 41× the price of a typical print.
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $1,088–$2,274 | $2,133 | $12,600 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2009 | $61,637 |
| Paintings | 2010 | $60,480 |
| Works on Paper | 2005 | $19,513 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $12,600 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $1,008 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $931 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William H. Bailey worth?
Across 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William H. Bailey work is $9,284. The median William H. Bailey painting sells for $40,000 across 9 lots. The median William H. Bailey work on paper sells for $2,133 across 8 lots. The median William H. Bailey print sells for $970 across 2 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is William H. Bailey's auction record?
William H. Bailey's auction record is $83,050, set in 2025.
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