William S. Rice (1873–1963)
What is William S. Rice’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 70 auction results for William S. Rice at 8 houses since 1996. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,904 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,032–$4,205, n=19). The auction record is $10,625 for In the Heart of the Redwoods (2021, Toomey & Co.). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | In the Heart of the Redwoods, 1873 | Ink | $10,625 | Toomey & Co. | Dec 2021 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Select Images, 1873 | Etching | $7,500 | Bonhams | Apr 2016 |
| 2 | Landscape Woodcuts, 1925 | Woodcut | $6,120 | Bonhams | Jun 2022 |
| 3 | Azalea, 1940 | Woodcut | $6,096 | Swann Auction Galleries | Oct 2025 |
| 4 | Japanese Peony, 1930 | Woodcut | $4,752 | Swann Auction Galleries | Oct 2025 |
| 5 | Tulip Decoration, 1963 | Woodcut on tissue | $4,680 | Swann Auction Galleries | Apr 2025 |
| 6 | The Dairy Farm; Pennsylvania Cottage; Roman Housetops, 1940 | Woodcut | $4,375 | Bonhams | Oct 2014 |
| 7 | Almond Branch, 1963 | Woodcut | $4,250 | Swann Auction Galleries | Apr 2025 |
| 8 | Hollyhocks, 1963 | Woodcut on Japan paper | $4,250 | Swann Auction Galleries | Apr 2025 |
| 9 | Amaryllis, 1963 | Woodcut | $4,160 | Swann Auction Galleries | Apr 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Prints | 64 | $2,268 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 59 | $2,250 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 70 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
William S. Rice is an American artist with 74 auction lots recorded since 1996, median price $2,268. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by William S. Rice sold in 2026 for $2,560, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View William S. Rice on OpeningBid →What is a William S. Rice work worth?
Across 70 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William S. Rice work is $2,268.
The median William S. Rice print sells for $2,268 across 65 lots.
The median William S. Rice work on paper sells for $3,750 across 3 lots.
The median William S. Rice painting sells for $2,906 across 2 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) William S. Rice prints typically sell for $1,063–$2,656 (the middle half of 56 sold 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 67 | $2,268† | $7,500 | 97% | 2026-07-22 |
| Paintings | 2 | $2,906 | $4,063 | — | 2022-03-02 |
| Works on Paper | 4 | $3,750 | $10,625 | 75% | 2024-01-25 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $6,810 | $10,625 | — | 2025-10-30 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
William S. Rice's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (67 lots) median $2,268 with 97% sell-through. Paintings (2 lots) median $2,906, record $4,063. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 4 lots) the median is $6,810.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 56 | $1,063–$2,656† | $2,022† | $7,500 |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $10,625 |
| Prints & Editions | 2016 | $7,500 |
| Prints & Editions | 2022 | $6,120 |
| Paintings | 2021 | $4,063 |
| Works on Paper | 2013 | $3,750 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $1,750 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William S. Rice worth?
Across 70 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William S. Rice work is $2,268. The median William S. Rice print sells for $2,268 across 65 lots. The median William S. Rice work on paper sells for $3,750 across 3 lots. The median William S. Rice painting sells for $2,906 across 2 lots. Small (under 50 cm) William S. Rice prints typically sell for $1,063–$2,656 (the middle half of 56 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a William S. Rice print?
Based on 65 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a William S. Rice print is $2,268. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is William S. Rice's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a William S. Rice print is $7,500.
What is the average price of a small William S. Rice print?
Based on 56 sold lots, the median auction price of a small William S. Rice print (small (under 50 cm)) is $2,022, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is William S. Rice's auction record?
William S. Rice's auction record is $10,625, set in 2021.
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