Frederick Gore Auction Prices and Value Guide

Frederick Gore auction prices are tracked in Appraisily's artist market index, with source-directory coverage of 278 records. Use this page to review sold-lot activity, market context, and valuation factors before requesting a formal appraisal.

Frederick Gore auction prices: quick answer

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

Artist
Frederick Gore
Source records
278
Market update
2026-02-06

Artist context

About Frederick Gore

Frederick John Pym Gore CBE RA (1913–2009) was a British painter born in Richmond, Greater London. The son of Spencer Gore — a founding member of the Camden Town Group and an influential figure in early twentieth-century British art — Frederick Gore grew up within a significant artistic lineage. He pursued a long career as a painter and was elected a Royal Academician, also receiving a CBE for his contributions to the arts. Beyond the studio, Gore was a writer on painting theory and practice, authoring two notable books: 'Abstract Art' (1956) and 'Painting: Some Principles' (1965). His engagement with abstract ideas placed him in dialogue with broader mid-century developments in British painting. Collectors encounter Gore's work in the context of twentieth-century British art, where his dual role as practitioner and writer gives his output a particular scholarly dimension.

British twentieth-century painting, with interests in abstract artOil painting

Common works and media

Gore worked primarily in oil on canvas. His output includes landscape paintings, figurative compositions, and works exploring abstract or semi-abstract forms. Collectors may also encounter works on paper, including drawings and studies. Given his long career spanning the mid-to-late twentieth century, dating and period can be significant factors in assessing individual works.

Market and appraisal context

Frederick Gore's work appears at auction within the Post-War and twentieth-century British painting categories. His standing as a Royal Academician and his published writing on abstract art provide institutional and intellectual context that can affect collector interest. Factors relevant to appraisal include medium and support, canvas size, date of execution, subject matter, exhibition history, and provenance linking the work to Gore or his estate. His familial connection to Spencer Gore may also attract collectors of Camden Town Group–era material. Comparable lots at major UK auction houses offer the most reliable pricing benchmarks.

Auction categories and appraisal factors

Common auction categories

  • Post-War British paintings

Value drivers

  1. Proven connection to Spencer Gore (Camden Town Group) may add contextual interest
  2. RA membership and CBE honours signal institutional recognition
  3. Published authorship on abstract art and painting technique may influence scholarly interest

Appraisal caveats

  • No specific auction records or price ranges are available in the collected source pack; market value should be assessed against comparable Post-War British paintings at major auction houses.

Evidence

Sources for artist context

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Data basis

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Artist value FAQ

How much is Frederick Gore worth?

Comparable public auction sales are the best starting point, but final value depends on the specific artwork, condition, size, medium, provenance, and attribution confidence.

Can Appraisily value my Frederick Gore artwork?

Yes. Appraisily can review photos, dimensions, signatures, condition, provenance, and comparable market data to prepare a current valuation.