Alfred Thompson Bricher (1837–1908)
What is Alfred Thompson Bricher’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 175 auction results for Alfred Thompson Bricher at 18 houses since 1989. Over the last 24 months the median price was $25,400 including buyer’s premium (middle half $12,800–$48,640, n=13). The auction record is $250,000 for Afternoon, Southampton Beach (2018, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Afternoon, Southampton Beach, 1837 | Oil paint | $250,000 | Christie's | May 2018 |
| 2 | Mississippi River (Dubuque, Iowa), 1870 | Oil paint | $214,200 | Sotheby's | Jan 2023 |
| 3 | Otter Cliffs, Mt. Desert, 1872 | Oil paint | $200,000 | Christie's | May 2018 |
| 4 | A Pensive Moment, 1837 | Gouache | $189,500 | Christie's | Nov 1999 |
| 5 | In My Neighbor's Garden, 1837 | Oil paint | $182,000 | Christie's | Nov 2000 |
| 6 | Sailing, 1837 | Oil paint | $175,000 | Christie's | May 2018 |
| 7 | Seascape with Sunset, 1837 | Oil paint | $169,900 | Christie's | Dec 2003 |
| 8 | Sailing off the Coast, 1837 | Oil paint | $169,700 | Christie's | Nov 1999 |
| 9 | New York Harbor with the Brooklyn Bridge Under Construction, 1837 | Oil paint | $168,000 | Christie's | May 2005 |
| 10 | Sunset, 1837 | Oil paint | $163,500 | Christie's | Dec 2002 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 114 | $23,000 |
| Other | 8 | $18,870 |
| Works on paper | 36 | $2,250 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $55,000 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 104 | $19,680 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 36 | $5,875 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 175 results from 18 houses · How we compute these figures
Alfred Thompson Bricher is an American artist with 229 auction lots recorded since 1988, median price $11,000. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Alfred Thompson Bricher sold in 2026 for $12,800, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 173 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Alfred Thompson Bricher work is $11,000.
The median Alfred Thompson Bricher painting sells for $21,755 across 124 lots.
The median Alfred Thompson Bricher work on paper sells for $2,000 across 44 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Alfred Thompson Bricher paintings typically sell for $12,650–$74,250 (the middle half of 83 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Alfred Thompson Bricher paintings typically sell for $2,188–$12,299 (the middle half of 32 sold 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 | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Paintings | 142 | $21,755†‡ | $250,000 | 87.3% | 2026-08-12 |
| Works on Paper | 62 | $2,000†‡ | $189,500 | 71% | 2026-06-05 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 20 | $151,050 | $250,000 | — | 2023-01-19 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 32 | $2,188–$12,299†‡ | $7,628†‡ | $60,015 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 83 | $12,650–$74,250†‡ | $33,600†‡ | $250,000 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $26,500–$129,300 | $55,000 | $169,700 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 13 | $550–$2,000†‡ | $1,100†‡ | $7,500 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 28 | $1,348–$3,106†‡ | $2,445†‡ | $189,500 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2018 | $250,000 |
| Paintings | 2023 | $214,200 |
| Works on Paper | 1999 | $189,500 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $15,120 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Alfred Thompson Bricher worth?
Across 173 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Alfred Thompson Bricher work is $11,000. The median Alfred Thompson Bricher painting sells for $21,755 across 124 lots. The median Alfred Thompson Bricher work on paper sells for $2,000 across 44 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Alfred Thompson Bricher paintings typically sell for $12,650–$74,250 (the middle half of 83 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Alfred Thompson Bricher paintings typically sell for $2,188–$12,299 (the middle half of 32 sold 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 Alfred Thompson Bricher painting?
Based on 124 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Alfred Thompson Bricher painting is $21,755. 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 Alfred Thompson Bricher's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Alfred Thompson Bricher painting is $250,000.
What is the average price of a Alfred Thompson Bricher work on paper?
Based on 44 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Alfred Thompson Bricher work on paper is $2,000. 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 Alfred Thompson Bricher's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Alfred Thompson Bricher work on paper is $189,500.
What is the average price of a medium Alfred Thompson Bricher painting?
Based on 83 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Alfred Thompson Bricher painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $33,600, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. 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 small Alfred Thompson Bricher painting?
Based on 32 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Alfred Thompson Bricher painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $7,628, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. 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 Alfred Thompson Bricher's auction record?
Alfred Thompson Bricher's auction record is $250,000, set in 2018.
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