William Keith (1839–1911)
What is William Keith’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 78 auction results for William Keith at 15 houses since 1997. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,700 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,399–$4,033, n=16). The auction record is $99,450 for Kings River (2012, Coeur d'Alene Art Auction). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kings River, 1901 | Oil on canvas | $99,450 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2012 |
| 2 | Into the Yosemite Valley | Oil on canvas | $90,000 | Clars Auction Gallery | Jun 2023 |
| 3 | Yosemite Valley, 1839 | Oil paint | $71,700 | Christie's | May 2003 |
| 4 | The Headwaters of the Owens River, 1878 | Oil paint | $68,750 | Christie's | Nov 2019 |
| 5 | Riders Beside a Sierra River | Oil on canvas | $55,575 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2013 |
| 6 | Yosemite Valley, 1838 | Oil paint | $50,000 | Christie's | May 2012 |
| 7 | Stream Through the Valley, 1838 | Oil paint | $30,000 | Christie's | Oct 2008 |
| 8 | Indian Encampment, 1870 | Oil on canvas | $28,800 | Freeman's Hindman | Nov 2025 |
| 9 | California Redwoods | Oil on canvas | $23,500 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | May 2007 |
| 10 | Mt. Hood, Little Sandy River, 1838 | Oil on canvas | $19,000 | Bonhams | Aug 2017 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 65 | $3,500 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 37 | $3,450 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 23 | $2,413 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 78 results from 15 houses · How we compute these figures
William Keith is an American artist with 99 auction lots recorded since 1997, median price $2,800. 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 Keith sold in 2026 for a hammer price of $3,750 (buyer's premium not included), according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View William Keith on OpeningBid →What is a William Keith work worth?
Across 74 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Keith work is $2,800.
The median William Keith painting sells for $2,570 across 68 lots.
The median William Keith work on paper sells for $2,000 across 1 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) William Keith paintings typically sell for $1,400–$8,890 (the middle half of 41 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) William Keith paintings typically sell for $1,400–$5,000 (the middle half of 24 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 | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Paintings | 81 | $2,570†‡ | $99,450 | 84% | 2026-10-21 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 | — | 2023-08-01 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $80,850 | $99,450 | — | 2023-06-16 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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) | 24 | $1,400–$5,000† | $2,432† | $11,900 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 41 | $1,400–$8,890†‡ | $3,000†‡ | $99,450 |
† 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 | 2012 | $99,450 |
| Paintings | 2023 | $90,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $2,000 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William Keith worth?
Across 74 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Keith work is $2,800. The median William Keith painting sells for $2,570 across 68 lots. The median William Keith work on paper sells for $2,000 across 1 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) William Keith paintings typically sell for $1,400–$8,890 (the middle half of 41 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) William Keith paintings typically sell for $1,400–$5,000 (the middle half of 24 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 Keith painting?
Based on 68 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a William Keith painting is $2,570. 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 Keith's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a William Keith painting is $99,450.
What is the average price of a medium William Keith painting?
Based on 41 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium William Keith painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $3,000, 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 small William Keith painting?
Based on 24 sold lots, the median auction price of a small William Keith painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $2,432, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is William Keith's auction record?
William Keith's auction record is $99,450, set in 2012.
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