Brian McCarthy (b. 1960)
Brian McCarthy is an Irish artist with 44 auction lots recorded since 2002, median price $1,626. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Brian McCarthy sold in 2025 for a hammer price of $2,113 (buyer's premium not included), according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Brian McCarthy on OpeningBid →What is a Brian McCarthy work worth?
Across 20 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Brian McCarthy work is $1,626.
The median Brian McCarthy painting sells for $2,150 across 3 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 | 7 | $2,150 | $3,139 | 42.9% | 2022-05-24 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2009 | $3,139 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $2,150 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Brian McCarthy worth?
Across 20 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Brian McCarthy work is $1,626. The median Brian McCarthy painting sells for $2,150 across 3 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Brian McCarthy's auction record?
Brian McCarthy's auction record is $3,139, set in 2009.
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