William Purser (1789–1869)
William Purser is a British (modern) artist with 15 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $4,288. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by William Purser sold in 2012 for $16,511, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View William Purser on OpeningBid →What is a William Purser work worth?
Across 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Purser work is $4,288.
The median William Purser work on paper sells for $452 across 8 lots.
The median William Purser painting sells for $4,288 across 1 lots.
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 1 | $4,288 | $4,288 | — | 2008-06-03 |
| Works on Paper | 8 | $452‡ | $16,511 | — | 2025-01-21 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $383–$2,914‡ | $522‡ | $16,511 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2012 | $16,511 |
| Works on Paper | 2008 | $13,456 |
| Paintings | 2008 | $4,288 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William Purser worth?
Across 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Purser work is $4,288. The median William Purser work on paper sells for $452 across 8 lots. The median William Purser painting sells for $4,288 across 1 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is William Purser's auction record?
William Purser's auction record is $16,511, set in 2012.
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