Al Barnes (1937–2015)
What is Al Barnes’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 8 auction results for Al Barnes at 3 houses since 2010. Over the last 24 months the median price was $3,072 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,600–$3,968, n=6). The auction record is $12,800 for Bones (2026, Doyle). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bones, 1937 | Oil on canvas | $12,800 | Doyle | Apr 2026 |
| 2 | Sunrise Flight, 1937 | Oil on canvas | $4,096 | Bonhams | Apr 2026 |
| 3 | South Pass Sunrise, 1937 | Oil on canvas | $3,584 | Bonhams | Feb 2026 |
| 4 | Hauling Sails (First to Leeward), 1937 | Watercolor and pencil on paper | $2,560 | Bonhams | Feb 2026 |
| 5 | Plateau, 1937 | Oil on canvas | $1,280 | Bonhams | Feb 2026 |
| 6 | Pre-Race Activity, 1937 | Watercolor and pencil on paper | $640 | Bonhams | Feb 2026 |
| 7 | Crashing Waves | Gouache on paper | $59 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | Nov 2010 |
| 8 | Crashing Waves | Gouache on paper | $59 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | Nov 2010 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 7 | $1,280 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 8 results from 3 houses · How we compute these figures
Al Barnes is an American artist with 13 auction lots recorded since 2010, median price $1,920.
A work by Al Barnes sold in 2026 for $4,096, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Al Barnes on OpeningBid →What is a Al Barnes work worth?
Across 8 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Al Barnes work is $1,920.
The median Al Barnes work on paper sells for $350 across 4 lots.
The median Al Barnes painting sells for $3,840 across 4 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 4 | $3,840 | $12,800 | — | 2026-04-15 |
| Works on Paper | 4 | $350 | $2,560 | — | 2026-02-12 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2026 | $12,800 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $4,096 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $2,560 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $640 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Al Barnes worth?
Across 8 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Al Barnes work is $1,920. The median Al Barnes work on paper sells for $350 across 4 lots. The median Al Barnes painting sells for $3,840 across 4 lots.
What is Al Barnes's auction record?
Al Barnes's auction record is $12,800, set in 2026.
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