Bruce Cohen (b. 1953)
What is Bruce Cohen’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 45 auction results for Bruce Cohen at 10 houses since 2008. Over the last 24 months the median price was $12,113 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,512–$17,850, n=21). The auction record is $33,150 for Bed & Tulips (2025, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bed & Tulips, 1953 | Painting | $33,150 | Bonhams | Jun 2025 |
| 2 | Interior with Yellow Tulip in the Light and Red, 1988 | Oil paint | $33,020 | Sotheby's | Feb 2025 |
| 3 | Untitled (Interior with White Lilies), 1953 | Painting | $28,050 | Bonhams | Jun 2025 |
| 4 | Unmade Bed, 1985 | Oil on canvas | $23,940 | Christie's | Sep 2008 |
| 5 | Teacup with Pears on Glass Table, 1953 | Painting | $21,760 | Bonhams | Apr 2024 |
| 6 | Untitled (Interior with Green Window and Tulips in Glass Vase), 1953 | Oil on canvas | $21,760 | Bonhams | Mar 2026 |
| 7 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 1987 | Painting | $21,590 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Feb 2026 |
| 8 | Untitled, 1979 | Painting | $21,562 | Bonhams | Apr 2021 |
| 9 | Untitled (Interior with Plums, Peach, and Poppies), 1953 | Painting | $17,850 | Bonhams | Sep 2025 |
| 10 | Untitled, Interior with Powdered Blue Bearded Iris, 1953 | Painting | $17,850 | Bonhams | Apr 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 34 | $9,261 |
| Prints | 7 | $704 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 26 | $10,179 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 13 | $1,408 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 45 results from 10 houses · How we compute these figures
Bruce Cohen is an American artist with 48 auction lots recorded since 2008, median price $6,094. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Bruce Cohen sold in 2026 for $21,760, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Bruce Cohen on OpeningBid →What is a Bruce Cohen work worth?
Across 44 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Bruce Cohen work is $6,094.
The median Bruce Cohen painting sells for $10,179 across 32 lots.
The median Bruce Cohen print sells for $704 across 7 lots.
The median Bruce Cohen work on paper sells for $1,875 across 3 lots.
Large (over 120 cm) Bruce Cohen paintings typically sell for $5,625–$21,562 (the middle half of 25 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 | 7 | $704 | $1,408 | — | 2026-07-30 |
| Paintings | 36 | $10,179 | $33,150 | 88.9% | 2026-09-17 |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $1,875 | $5,625 | — | 2024-11-20 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $200† | $200† | — | 2025-12-09 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $33,020 | $33,150 | — | 2025-06-11 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Bruce Cohen's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (7 lots) median $704. Paintings (36 lots) median $10,179, record $33,150. A typical Bruce Cohen painting sells for around 14× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 3 lots) the median is $33,020.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $530–$1,076 | $704 | $1,408 |
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $5,313–$12,750 | $12,112 | $21,760 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 25 | $5,625–$21,562 | $10,795 | $33,150 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2025 | $33,150 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $33,020 |
| Works on Paper | 2012 | $5,625 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $1,875 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $1,408 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $1,152 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $200† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Bruce Cohen worth?
Across 44 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Bruce Cohen work is $6,094. The median Bruce Cohen painting sells for $10,179 across 32 lots. The median Bruce Cohen print sells for $704 across 7 lots. The median Bruce Cohen work on paper sells for $1,875 across 3 lots. Large (over 120 cm) Bruce Cohen paintings typically sell for $5,625–$21,562 (the middle half of 25 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 Bruce Cohen painting?
Based on 32 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Bruce Cohen painting is $10,179.
What is Bruce Cohen's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Bruce Cohen painting is $33,150.
What is the average price of a large Bruce Cohen painting?
Based on 25 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Bruce Cohen painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $10,795, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Bruce Cohen's auction record?
Bruce Cohen's auction record is $33,150, set in 2025.
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