David Schulman Auction Prices and Value Guide

David Schulman auction prices are tracked in Appraisily's artist market index, with source-directory coverage of 258 records. Use this page to review sold-lot activity, market context, and valuation factors before requesting a formal appraisal.

David Schulman auction prices: quick answer

David Schulman auction prices depend on medium, size, date, condition, provenance, edition details, attribution confidence, and recent comparable auction sales.

Artist
David Schulman
Source records
258
Market update
2026-02-16

Artist context

About David Schulman

David Schulman (1881–1966) was a Dutch painter, watercolorist, and draftsman active in the first half of the twentieth century. Born in Hilversum and later based in Laren, North Holland, Schulman worked within the Dutch landscape tradition, producing atmospheric scenes of farmland, harbors, and village life. He was the son of Lion Schulman, a painter and art dealer, placing him within a family connected to the Dutch art world. Schulman's work was exhibited at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam as part of the 1939 exhibition and sale Onze Kunst van Heden, and he participated in the art competition at the 1928 Summer Olympics. His paintings frequently depict the countryside around Laren, the Oosterschelde estuary, and Amsterdam's waterfront, often in muted seasonal light. With over 250 auction records attributed to him, his work surfaces regularly in the European painting market.

Dutch landscape painting tradition, early 20th centuryoil on canvaswatercolordrawingDutch landscapes and farmlandVillage scenes, especially LarenHarbor and waterfront viewsSnow scenes

Common works and media

Schulman's auction-recorded output consists primarily of oil paintings on canvas, with watercolors and drawings also appearing. Common subjects include Dutch rural landscapes with cornfields and farmhouses, snow-covered village streets in Laren, harbor and estuary views (notably the Oosterschelde and Amsterdam's Houthaven), and occasional portraits. His palette tends toward earthy tones with restrained atmospheric effects suited to the Dutch climate and light.

Market and appraisal context

David Schulman's work appears with moderate frequency at auction, particularly in European Old Master and nineteenth-century painting sales. Collectors most commonly encounter his oil-on-canvas landscapes, harbor views, and snow-covered village scenes. Key factors in appraising a Schulman work include the subject matter, canvas size, condition, and whether the painting carries his characteristic 'DSchulman' signature. Provenance linking a work to the Laren artists' colony or to exhibitions such as the 1939 Rijksmuseum show can add contextual value. Comparable lots at major and regional auction houses provide the most reliable pricing benchmarks.

Auction categories and appraisal factors

Value drivers

  1. Subject matter: Dutch landscapes, harbor scenes, and snow-covered village views are the most commonly encountered subjects
  2. Medium: oil paintings on canvas are typical; watercolors and drawings also appear
  3. Provenance: connection to the Laren artists' colony and the Schulman family (father Lion Schulman was a painter and art dealer) may add context
  4. Attribution: works are typically signed 'DSchulman'

Appraisal caveats

  • The name David Schulman is not uncommon; confirm attribution via signature, provenance, or RKD documentation before appraisal.
  • Market data is drawn from 258 auction records in the Appraisily/Invaluable database; pricing should be assessed against comparable realized lots.

Evidence

Sources for artist context

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Data basis

This page is built from Appraisily's public auction market index. Private transactions, incomplete sale feeds, and attribution changes may not be fully represented.

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Artist value FAQ

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