William Saroyan (1908–1981)
William Saroyan is an American artist with 11 auction lots recorded since 1993, median price $1,512. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by William Saroyan sold in 2020 for $1,512, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View William Saroyan on OpeningBid →What is a William Saroyan work worth?
Across 9 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Saroyan work is $1,512.
The median William Saroyan print sells for $2,600 across 3 lots.
The median William Saroyan work on paper sells for $1,512 across 1 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 | 4 | $2,600† | $8,500 | 75% | 2010-04-14 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | $1,512 | $1,512 | — | 2020-10-06 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2004 | $8,500 |
| Prints & Editions | 2005 | $2,600 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $1,512 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William Saroyan worth?
Across 9 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Saroyan work is $1,512. The median William Saroyan print sells for $2,600 across 3 lots. The median William Saroyan work on paper sells for $1,512 across 1 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is William Saroyan's auction record?
William Saroyan's auction record is $8,500, set in 2004.
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