William Hawkins (1895–1990)
What is William Hawkins’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 49 auction results for William Hawkins at 7 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $60,960 including buyer’s premium (middle half $30,480–$98,280, n=5). The auction record is $113,400 for NEIL HOUSE WITH CHIMNEY #2 (2025, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NEIL HOUSE WITH CHIMNEY #2, 1989 | Wool | $113,400 | Christie's | Jan 2025 |
| 2 | JUKE BOX, 1987 | Enamel | $98,280 | Christie's | Jan 2025 |
| 3 | Puma Kitten, circa 1985 | Enamel, metallic paint and cornmeal paste on board | $85,000 | Christie's | Jan 2017 |
| 4 | The Overland Stagecoach, 1895 | Enamel on Masonite | $82,500 | Christie's | Jan 2019 |
| 5 | Turquoise Tiger, circa 1989 | Enamel on masonite | $67,171 | Christie's | Jan 2005 |
| 6 | House Cat | Enamel on board | $61,129 | Christie's | Jan 2004 |
| 7 | Knight on Horseback, 1988 | Enamel | $60,960 | Christie's | Feb 2026 |
| 8 | White Dog, 1895 | Wool | $60,000 | Christie's | Jan 2019 |
| 9 | Alamo, 1895 | Enamel | $52,500 | Christie's | Feb 2022 |
| 10 | Steer and Dog, 1895 | Enamel on Masonite | $52,500 | Christie's | Jan 2019 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 14 | $42,035 |
| Paintings | 20 | $32,925 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 23 | $43,750 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 13 | $21,250 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 49 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
William Hawkins is an American artist with 51 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $30,000. 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 Hawkins sold in 2026 for $30,480, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View William Hawkins on OpeningBid →What is a William Hawkins work worth?
Across 47 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Hawkins work is $30,000.
The median William Hawkins painting sells for $37,500 across 22 lots.
The median William Hawkins work on paper sells for $1,020 across 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 23 | $37,500† | $85,000 | 95.7% | 2026-02-27 |
| Works on Paper | 12 | $1,020† | $47,500 | 91.7% | 2024-03-01 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $98,280 | $113,400 | — | 2025-01-22 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 8 | $12,500–$35,599 | $18,245 | $85,000 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 14 | $36,262–$58,125† | $42,788† | $82,500 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $244–$840† | $300† | $1,020 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2017 | $85,000 |
| Paintings | 2019 | $82,500 |
| Works on Paper | 2016 | $47,500 |
| Works on Paper | 2013 | $27,500 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William Hawkins worth?
Across 47 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Hawkins work is $30,000. The median William Hawkins painting sells for $37,500 across 22 lots. The median William Hawkins work on paper sells for $1,020 across 11 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 Hawkins painting?
Based on 22 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a William Hawkins painting is $37,500. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is William Hawkins's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a William Hawkins painting is $85,000.
What is the average price of a William Hawkins work on paper?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a William Hawkins work on paper is $1,020. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is William Hawkins's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a William Hawkins work on paper is $47,500.
What is the average price of a large William Hawkins painting?
Based on 14 sold lots, the median auction price of a large William Hawkins painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $42,788, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is William Hawkins's auction record?
William Hawkins's auction record is $113,400, set in 2025.
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