Barbara Ess (1948–2021)
Barbara Ess is an American artist with 14 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $630.
A work by Barbara Ess sold in 2026 for $698, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Barbara Ess on OpeningBid →What is a Barbara Ess work worth?
Across 9 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Barbara Ess work is $630.
The median Barbara Ess photograph sells for $815 across 6 lots.
The median Barbara Ess work on paper sells for $524 across 1 lots.
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 1 | $524 | $524 | — | 2023-08-09 |
| Photography | 9 | $815 | $5,850 | 66.7% | 2025-11-21 |
Price by size
Photography
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $445–$1,000 | $630 | $5,850 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | 2021 | $5,850 |
| Photography | 2024 | $2,227 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $524 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Barbara Ess worth?
Across 9 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Barbara Ess work is $630. The median Barbara Ess photograph sells for $815 across 6 lots. The median Barbara Ess work on paper sells for $524 across 1 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Barbara Ess's auction record?
Barbara Ess's auction record is $5,850, set in 2021.
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