Christopher Brown (b. 1871)
What is Christopher Brown’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 99 auction results for Christopher Brown at 12 houses since 2002. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,250 including buyer’s premium (middle half $640–$5,100, n=25). The auction record is $46,000 for Film Study (2007, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Film Study | Oil on canvas, unframed | $46,000 | Sotheby's | Sep 2007 |
| 2 | Summer Rose, 2006 | Oil on canvas | $32,500 | Clars Auction Gallery | Jun 2022 |
| 3 | The Painter Van Dyck, 1951 | Oil on canvas | $30,000 | Bonhams | Oct 2017 |
| 4 | Sliding Past, 1951 | Painting | $27,500 | Bonhams | Mar 2015 |
| 5 | The Red Bike, 2004 | Oil on linen | $25,000 | Christie's | Nov 2016 |
| 6 | Film, 1951 | Painting | $24,225 | Bonhams | Apr 2022 |
| 7 | The Casting Pool, 1982 | Painting | $18,750 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Oct 2016 |
| 8 | Rock Hudson, 1951 | Painting | $16,575 | Bonhams | Jun 2025 |
| 9 | Night of Ice, 1992 | Painting | $15,120 | Christie's | May 2022 |
| 10 | Untitled, 1951 | Painting | $15,000 | Bonhams | Apr 2013 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 28 | $9,781 |
| Works on paper | 7 | $1,750 |
| Prints | 60 | $913 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 17 | $12,800 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 53 | $1,159 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 23 | $1,000 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 99 results from 12 houses · How we compute these figures
Christopher Brown is an American artist with 117 auction lots recorded since 2002, median price $1,307.
A work by Christopher Brown sold in 2026 for $6,400, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Christopher Brown on OpeningBid →What is a Christopher Brown work worth?
Across 96 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Christopher Brown work is $1,307.
The median Christopher Brown print sells for $988 across 60 lots.
The median Christopher Brown painting sells for $11,013 across 24 lots.
The median Christopher Brown work on paper sells for $2,375 across 1 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Christopher Brown prints typically sell for $625–$1,785 (the middle half of 41 sold lots).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 67 | $988 | $8,320 | 89.6% | 2026-05-15 |
| Paintings | 26 | $11,013 | $32,500 | 92.3% | 2026-06-24 |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $2,375 | $2,375 | 33.3% | 2020-10-21 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $30,000 | $46,000 | — | 2022-06-17 |
Christopher Brown's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (67 lots) median $988 with 89.6% sell-through. Paintings (26 lots) median $11,013, record $32,500. A typical Christopher Brown painting sells for around 11× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 5 lots) the median is $30,000.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 18 | $807–$1,275 | $1,000 | $5,075 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 41 | $625–$1,785 | $950 | $8,320 |
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $4,726–$11,056 | $5,855 | $27,500 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 15 | $9,469–$21,488 | $15,000 | $32,500 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2022 | $32,500 |
| Paintings | 2017 | $30,000 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $8,320 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $6,400 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $2,375 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Christopher Brown worth?
Across 96 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Christopher Brown work is $1,307. The median Christopher Brown print sells for $988 across 60 lots. The median Christopher Brown painting sells for $11,013 across 24 lots. The median Christopher Brown work on paper sells for $2,375 across 1 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Christopher Brown prints typically sell for $625–$1,785 (the middle half of 41 sold lots).
What is the average price of a Christopher Brown print?
Based on 60 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Christopher Brown print is $988.
What is Christopher Brown's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Christopher Brown print is $8,320.
What is the average price of a Christopher Brown painting?
Based on 24 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Christopher Brown painting is $11,013.
What is Christopher Brown's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Christopher Brown painting is $32,500.
What is the average price of a medium Christopher Brown print?
Based on 41 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Christopher Brown print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $950, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a small Christopher Brown print?
Based on 18 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Christopher Brown print (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,000, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Christopher Brown's auction record?
Christopher Brown's auction record is $46,000, set in 2007.
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