William Robert Davis (b. 1952)
What is William Robert Davis’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 208 auction results for William Robert Davis at 4 houses since 1999. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,375 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,125–$7,040, n=7). The auction record is $14,160 for Sunset, Boston Harbor. (2014, Eldred's (Robert C. Eldred Co.)). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunset, Boston Harbor., 1992 | Oil on canvas | $14,160 | Eldred's (Robert C. Eldred Co.) | Nov 2014 |
| 2 | Portrait of the Sidewheeler Newport Passing Newport Harbor | Oil on canvas | $9,480 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | Nov 2011 |
| 3 | Schooner Yacht Off the Coast | Oil on canvas | $8,960 | Freeman's Hindman | Dec 2025 |
| 4 | The Paddle Wheeler 'Massachusetts' | Oil on canvas | $8,960 | Freeman's Hindman | Dec 2025 |
| 5 | Preparing Sail | Oil on panel | $8,000 | Eldred's (Robert C. Eldred Co.) | Aug 2006 |
| 6 | New Snowy Day Friend | Oil on panel | $5,120 | Eldred's (Robert C. Eldred Co.) | Dec 2024 |
| 7 | Yacht on Vineyard Sound | Oil on panel | $4,130 | Eldred's (Robert C. Eldred Co.) | Aug 2014 |
| 8 | Waiting for the Tide, 2018 | Oil on panel | $3,900 | Eldred's (Robert C. Eldred Co.) | Aug 2018 |
| 9 | Yachting in Vineyard Sound | Oil on panel | $3,540 | Eldred's (Robert C. Eldred Co.) | Aug 2014 |
| 10 | Twilight Stage Harbor Light, 2009 | Oil on panel | $3,105 | Eldred's (Robert C. Eldred Co.) | Mar 2012 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 28 | $2,265 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 24 | $2,055 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 208 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
William Robert Davis is an American artist with 254 auction lots recorded since 1999, median price $2,003. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by William Robert Davis sold in 2025 for $8,960, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View William Robert Davis on OpeningBid →What is a William Robert Davis work worth?
Across 204 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Robert Davis work is $2,003.
The median William Robert Davis painting sells for $2,070 across 201 lots.
The median William Robert Davis print sells for $200 across 3 lots.
The median William Robert Davis work on paper sells for $150 across 1 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) William Robert Davis paintings typically sell for $1,200–$2,700 (the middle half of 171 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) William Robert Davis paintings typically sell for $5,875–$9,485 (the middle half of 28 sold 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 4 | $200‡ | $225‡ | 75% | 2025-01-08 |
| Paintings | 252 | $2,070‡ | $55,000‡ | 79.8% | 2026-02-12 |
| Works on Paper | 2 | $150‡ | $150‡ | 50% | 2024-12-06 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 12 | $13,405‡ | $55,000‡ | — | 2024-11-22 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
William Robert Davis's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (4 lots) median $200 with 75% sell-through. Paintings (252 lots) median $2,070, record $55,000. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified. A typical William Robert Davis painting sells for around 10× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 12 lots) the median is $13,405.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 171 | $1,200–$2,700‡ | $1,800‡ | $17,000‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 28 | $5,875–$9,485‡ | $7,500‡ | $55,000‡ |
‡ 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 | 2006 | $55,000‡ |
| Paintings | 2007 | $35,000‡ |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $225‡ |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $200‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $150‡ |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William Robert Davis worth?
Across 204 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Robert Davis work is $2,003. The median William Robert Davis painting sells for $2,070 across 201 lots. The median William Robert Davis print sells for $200 across 3 lots. The median William Robert Davis work on paper sells for $150 across 1 lots. Small (under 50 cm) William Robert Davis paintings typically sell for $1,200–$2,700 (the middle half of 171 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) William Robert Davis paintings typically sell for $5,875–$9,485 (the middle half of 28 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a William Robert Davis painting?
Based on 201 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a William Robert Davis painting is $2,070. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is William Robert Davis's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a William Robert Davis painting is $55,000. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a small William Robert Davis painting?
Based on 171 sold lots, the median auction price of a small William Robert Davis painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,800, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a medium William Robert Davis painting?
Based on 28 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium William Robert Davis painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $7,500, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is William Robert Davis's auction record?
William Robert Davis's auction record is $55,000, set in 2006. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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