Brent Wadden (b. 1979)
What is Brent Wadden’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 37 auction results for Brent Wadden at 6 houses since 2014. Over the last 24 months the median price was $39,670 including buyer’s premium (middle half $32,325–$41,618, n=8). The auction record is $192,670 for Alignment (13) (2015, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alignment (13), 2013 | Acrylic paint | $192,670 | Christie's | Jun 2015 |
| 2 | Alignment #2, 2012 | Fibre, laine et coton tissés à la main et acrylique sur toile | $132,941 | Christie's | Dec 2017 |
| 3 | Alignment (10), 2013 | Acrylic paint | $119,172 | Christie's | Oct 2014 |
| 4 | Alignment #41 | Hand woven fibres, wool, cotton and acrylic on canvas | $100,757 | Sotheby's | Jun 2016 |
| 5 | No. 6 (Donkin), 2014 | Handwoven fibers, wool, cotton and acrylic on canvas | $82,550 | Sotheby's | Mar 2023 |
| 6 | Alignment #51, 2014 | Hand-woven fibers, wool, cotton and acrylic on canvas | $81,250 | Christie's | Nov 2017 |
| 7 | Alignment #33, 2013 | Acrylic paint | $75,600 | Phillips | Nov 2021 |
| 8 | Large Double Double | Hand woven fibres, wool, cotton and acrylic on canvas, in artist's frame | $73,549 | Sotheby's | Oct 2017 |
| 9 | Alignment (23) | — | $73,456 | Sotheby's | Oct 2015 |
| 10 | GM4, 2014 | Acrylic paint | $69,850 | Phillips | Mar 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 18 | $52,080 |
| Paintings | 17 | $38,700 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 24 | $60,025 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 9 | $24,585 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 37 results from 6 houses · How we compute these figures
Brent Wadden is a Canadian artist with 44 auction lots recorded since 2014, median price $51,552. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Brent Wadden sold in 2026 for $55,049, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Brent Wadden on OpeningBid →What is a Brent Wadden work worth?
Across 37 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Brent Wadden work is $51,552.
The median Brent Wadden painting sells for $51,176 across 34 lots.
Large (over 120 cm) Brent Wadden paintings typically sell for $42,295–$76,310 (the middle half of 24 sold lots).
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 40 | $51,176 | $192,670 | 85% | 2026-09-26 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $126,057 | $192,670 | — | 2017-12-06 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $19,777–$30,755 | $24,585 | $68,750 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 24 | $42,295–$76,310 | $60,025 | $192,670 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2015 | $192,670 |
| Paintings | 2014 | $119,172 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Brent Wadden worth?
Across 37 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Brent Wadden work is $51,552. The median Brent Wadden painting sells for $51,176 across 34 lots. Large (over 120 cm) Brent Wadden paintings typically sell for $42,295–$76,310 (the middle half of 24 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Brent Wadden painting?
Based on 34 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Brent Wadden painting is $51,176.
What is Brent Wadden's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Brent Wadden painting is $192,670.
What is the average price of a large Brent Wadden painting?
Based on 24 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Brent Wadden painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $60,025, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Brent Wadden's auction record?
Brent Wadden's auction record is $192,670, set in 2015.
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