William Wilson (1905–1972)
What is William Wilson’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 36 auction results for William Wilson at 11 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,524 including buyer’s premium (middle half $873–$1,805, n=11). The auction record is $4,348 for Gondolas, Venice (2007, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gondolas, Venice, 1905 | Gouache | $4,348 | Christie's | Oct 2007 |
| 2 | Burnmouth Harbour, 1953 | Colour on paper | $2,983 | Sotheby's | Sep 2019 |
| 3 | PONT MARIE, PARIS | Watercolour | $2,731 | Sworders | Nov 2008 |
| 4 | MENTON (RED AND WHITE BOATS) | Signed, pen and ink and watercolour | $2,566 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2024 |
| 5 | GONDOLAS, VENICE | <p>Signed, watercolour</p> | $2,276 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2025 |
| 6 | HILLSIDE VILLAGE, 1952 | Signed and dated 1952 lower right, ink and watercolour | $1,860 | Lyon & Turnbull | Oct 2026 |
| 7 | PONT AVEN | <p>Signed, pen and ink and watercolour</p> | $1,750 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2025 |
| 8 | QUAI DE LA TOURNELLE, PARIS | <p>Signed lower right, watercolour and pencil</p> | $1,539 | Lyon & Turnbull | Feb 2026 |
| 9 | MENTON (WHITE BOATS), 1949 | Signed and dated 1949 twice and inscribed, pen and ink and watercolour | $1,524 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2024 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | HOLYROOD IN SNOW | Etching, and another, 'Canongate', etching | $1,183 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jul 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 14 | $1,645 |
| Prints | 14 | $630 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 20 | $1,035 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $639 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 36 results from 11 houses · How we compute these figures
William Wilson is a British (modern) artist with 40 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $778. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by William Wilson sold in 2026 for $1,860, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View William Wilson on OpeningBid →What is a William Wilson work worth?
Across 34 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Wilson work is $778.
The median William Wilson print sells for $639 across 15 lots.
The median William Wilson work on paper sells for $1,750 across 11 lots.
The median William Wilson painting sells for $499 across 2 lots.
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 16 | $639† | $1,866† | 93.8% | 2024-02-13 |
| Paintings | 2 | $499 | $499 | — | 2025-06-25 |
| Works on Paper | 12 | $1,750 | $4,348 | 91.7% | 2026-03-31 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $479 | $479 | — | 2024-02-13 |
| Photography | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
William Wilson's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (16 lots) median $639 with 93.8% sell-through. Paintings (2 lots) median $499, record $499.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $591–$868† | $655† | $1,866† |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $532–$1,035 | $621 | $1,183 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $1,524–$2,731 | $1,750 | $4,348 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2007 | $4,348 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $2,983 |
| Prints & Editions | 2020 | $1,866† |
| Prints & Editions | 2022 | $1,183 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $499 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2024 | $479 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William Wilson worth?
Across 34 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Wilson work is $778. The median William Wilson print sells for $639 across 15 lots. The median William Wilson work on paper sells for $1,750 across 11 lots. The median William Wilson painting sells for $499 across 2 lots. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a William Wilson print?
Based on 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a William Wilson print is $639. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is William Wilson's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a William Wilson print is $1,866. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $1,866 (buyer's premium not included).
What is the average price of a William Wilson work on paper?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a William Wilson work on paper is $1,750.
What is William Wilson's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a William Wilson work on paper is $4,348.
What is William Wilson's auction record?
William Wilson's auction record is $4,348, set in 2007.
See the full William Wilson record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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