Charles Sebree (1914–1985)
What is Charles Sebree’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 34 auction results for Charles Sebree at 10 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,905 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,467–$4,636, n=7). The auction record is $9,375 for Untitled (Portrait) (2020, Swann Auction Galleries). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Untitled (Portrait), 1955 | Gouache and ink on thick wove paper | $9,375 | Swann Auction Galleries | Jan 2020 |
| 2 | The Drunk Harlequin, 1985 | Gouache and tempera on wove paper | $9,000 | Swann Auction Galleries | Feb 2007 |
| 3 | Clown Drinker, 1956 | Gouache and tempera on illustration board | $7,800 | Swann Auction Galleries | Oct 2009 |
| 4 | Untitled (Harlequin Portrait) | Oil on board | $7,366 | Swann Auction Galleries | Oct 2026 |
| 5 | Untitled (Boy with a Pearl), 1985 | Gouache and ink on thin wove paper | $5,500 | Swann Auction Galleries | Sep 2015 |
| 6 | Christ with a Crown of Thorns, 1940 | Oil on masonite | $5,200 | Swann Auction Galleries | Apr 2015 |
| 7 | Seated Reading Figure, 1985 | Tempera | $5,200 | Swann Auction Galleries | Feb 2007 |
| 8 | Untitled (Three Standing Figures), circa 1940s | Mixed media on cardstock | $4,826 | Swann Auction Galleries | Oct 2026 |
| 9 | Untitled (Two Figures), 1945 | Oil on gessoed masonite board | $4,500 | Swann Auction Galleries | Jun 2020 |
| 10 | Portrait of Gertrude Abercrombie, 1950 | Mixed media | $4,445 | Toomey & Co. | Feb 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 6 | $4,426 |
| Paintings | 12 | $4,125 |
| Works on paper | 12 | $2,853 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 24 | $4,000 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 34 results from 10 houses · How we compute these figures
Charles Sebree is an American artist with 41 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $3,875. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Charles Sebree sold in 2026 for $4,826, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Charles Sebree on OpeningBid →What is a Charles Sebree work worth?
Across 32 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Charles Sebree work is $3,875.
The median Charles Sebree painting sells for $3,875 across 16 lots.
The median Charles Sebree work on paper sells for $3,500 across 12 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 | 17 | $3,875† | $7,366 | 94.1% | 2026-10-01 |
| Works on Paper | 12 | $3,500† | $9,375 | — | 2025-12-13 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 13 | $1,905–$4,406† | $4,250† | $7,366 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $2,450–$5,350† | $3,000† | $9,000 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $9,375 |
| Works on Paper | 2007 | $9,000 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $7,366 |
| Paintings | 2015 | $5,200 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Charles Sebree worth?
Across 32 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Charles Sebree work is $3,875. The median Charles Sebree painting sells for $3,875 across 16 lots. The median Charles Sebree work on paper sells for $3,500 across 12 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Charles Sebree painting?
Based on 16 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Charles Sebree painting is $3,875. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Charles Sebree's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Charles Sebree painting is $7,366.
What is the average price of a Charles Sebree work on paper?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Charles Sebree work on paper is $3,500. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Charles Sebree's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Charles Sebree work on paper is $9,375.
What is the average price of a small Charles Sebree painting?
Based on 13 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Charles Sebree painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $4,250, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a small Charles Sebree work on paper?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Charles Sebree work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $3,000, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Charles Sebree's auction record?
Charles Sebree's auction record is $9,375, set in 2020.
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