William Preston Phelps (1848–1923)
William Preston Phelps is an American artist with 11 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $2,703. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by William Preston Phelps sold in 2025 for $3,520, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View William Preston Phelps on OpeningBid →What is a William Preston Phelps work worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Preston Phelps work is $2,703.
The median William Preston Phelps painting sells for $2,703 across 7 lots.
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 10 | $2,703† | $17,625 | 70% | 2025-12-10 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $2,701–$3,470† | $3,010† | $17,625 |
† 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 | 2007 | $17,625 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $3,520 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William Preston Phelps worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Preston Phelps work is $2,703. The median William Preston Phelps painting sells for $2,703 across 7 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is William Preston Phelps's auction record?
William Preston Phelps's auction record is $17,625, set in 2007.
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