William McTaggart (1835–1910)
What is William McTaggart’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 27 auction results for William McTaggart at 10 houses since 2013. Over the last 24 months the median price was $7,794 including buyer’s premium (middle half $3,583–$16,289, n=6). The auction record is $25,638 for CHILDREN ON ROCKS BY THE SEA (2026, Lyon & Turnbull). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CHILDREN ON ROCKS BY THE SEA | Signed, oil on canvas | $25,638 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2026 |
| 2 | PEBBLED BEACH, CAULDRON BAY, MACHRIHANISH | Signed, oil on canvas | $18,801 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2026 |
| 3 | ON THE BEACH, BAY VOYACH | Oil on panel | $16,089 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2024 |
| 4 | Running for Shelter, 1891 | Oil paint | $13,343 | Sotheby's | Sep 2019 |
| 5 | CARNOUSTIE, 1909 | Signed and dated '09, oil on canvas | $12,916 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2022 |
| 6 | Glenramskill, 1908 | Oil on canvas | $12,325 | Roseberys London | Feb 2022 |
| 7 | THE YOUNG TRAWLERS | Oil on board | $9,653 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2024 |
| 8 | Carnoustie Bay, Scotland, 1891 | Oil on canvas | $9,463 | Christie's | Nov 2014 |
| 9 | EARLY SUMMER, EAST LOTHIAN | <p>Stamped with the Artist's signature, oil on canvas</p> | $8,751 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2025 |
| 10 | CHILDREN BY A STREAM, 1864-67 | Signed and dated 1864-67, oil on canvas | $6,837 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jun 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 17 | $8,751 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 8 | $7,794 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 13 | $3,688 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 27 results from 10 houses · How we compute these figures
William McTaggart is a Scottish artist with 41 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $5,027. 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 McTaggart sold in 2026 for $6,837, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View William McTaggart on OpeningBid →What is a William McTaggart work worth?
Across 25 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William McTaggart work is $5,027.
The median William McTaggart painting sells for $6,837 across 21 lots.
The median William McTaggart work on paper sells for $3,343 across 5 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 | 24 | $6,837†‡ | $25,638 | 87.5% | 2026-06-04 |
| Works on Paper | 8 | $3,343‡ | $3,688 | 62.5% | 2025-06-25 |
† 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) | 12 | $3,142–$10,469‡ | $5,249‡ | $16,089 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 8 | $3,987–$11,798†‡ | $7,794†‡ | $25,638 |
† 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 | 2026 | $25,638 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $18,801 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $3,688 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $3,393 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William McTaggart worth?
Across 25 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William McTaggart work is $5,027. The median William McTaggart painting sells for $6,837 across 21 lots. The median William McTaggart work on paper sells for $3,343 across 5 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 McTaggart painting?
Based on 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a William McTaggart painting is $6,837. 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 McTaggart's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a William McTaggart painting is $25,638.
What is the average price of a small William McTaggart painting?
Based on 12 sold lots, the median auction price of a small William McTaggart painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $5,249, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is William McTaggart's auction record?
William McTaggart's auction record is $25,638, set in 2026.
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