William Mellor (1851–1931)
What is William Mellor’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 74 auction results for William Mellor at 27 houses since 1992. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,314 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,104–$2,258, n=10). The auction record is $10,183 for Rydal lake (2012, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rydal lake, 1851 | Oil paint | $10,183 | Christie's | Mar 2012 |
| 2 | On the Hebden, Yorkshire, 1851 | Oil paint | $8,812 | Christie's | Apr 2001 |
| 3 | The Falls in Autumn | Oil on canvas | $6,325 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | May 1998 |
| 4 | RYDAL LAKE FROM THE HILLS WESTMORLAND | Oil on canvas | $5,818 | Sworders | Oct 2012 |
| 5 | On the Conway, North Wales, 1851 | Painting | $5,182 | Bonhams | Mar 2014 |
| 6 | Fairy Dell, Near Ilkley | Oil on canvas | $4,700 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | Mar 2005 |
| 7 | Fairy Dell, Near Ilkley | Oil on canvas | $4,700 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | Mar 2005 |
| 8 | On the Wharfe, Bolton Abbey, Yorkshire | Oils on canvas | $4,522 | Roseberys London | Dec 2017 |
| 9 | On the Wharfe, Bolton Woods, Yorkshire | Oil on canvas | $4,242 | Tennants | Jul 2026 |
| 10 | VIEW NEAR AMBLESIDE, WESTMORELAND; ON THE GRETA, ROKEBY | Oil on canvas | $3,934 | Sworders | Nov 2010 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 46 | $1,668 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 15 | $1,650 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 26 | $1,502 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 74 results from 27 houses · How we compute these figures
William Mellor is a British (modern) artist with 95 auction lots recorded since 1991, median price $1,187. 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 Mellor sold in 2026 for $2,756, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 66 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Mellor work is $1,187.
The median William Mellor painting sells for $1,187 across 66 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) William Mellor paintings typically sell for $837–$2,667 (the middle half of 40 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) William Mellor paintings typically sell for $554–$1,967 (the middle half of 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 75 | $1,187†‡ | $10,183 | 88% | 2026-09-16 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $7,568 | $10,183 | — | 2012-10-23 |
† 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) | 21 | $554–$1,967†‡ | $863†‡ | $5,182 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 40 | $837–$2,667†‡ | $1,250†‡ | $6,325 |
† 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 | $10,183 |
| Paintings | 2001 | $8,812 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William Mellor worth?
Across 66 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Mellor work is $1,187. The median William Mellor painting sells for $1,187 across 66 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) William Mellor paintings typically sell for $837–$2,667 (the middle half of 40 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) William Mellor paintings typically sell for $554–$1,967 (the middle half of 21 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 Mellor painting?
Based on 66 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a William Mellor painting is $1,187. 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 Mellor's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a William Mellor painting is $10,183.
What is the average price of a medium William Mellor painting?
Based on 40 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium William Mellor painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,250, 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 Mellor painting?
Based on 21 sold lots, the median auction price of a small William Mellor painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $863, 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 William Mellor's auction record?
William Mellor's auction record is $10,183, set in 2012.
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