David Brown (1772–1877)
What is David Brown’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 18 auction results for David Brown at 2 houses since 2013. Over the last 24 months the median price was $3,614 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,846–$6,924, n=6). The auction record is $13,159 for Dog Watch Series, maquette (2026, Strauss and Co). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dog Watch Series, maquette, 2001 | Bronze and steel | $13,159 | Strauss and Co | Feb 2026 |
| 2 | Two Men and their Dog, 2009 | Bronze with a brown patina | $7,678 | Strauss and Co | Feb 2025 |
| 3 | The Butcher, 2011 | Bronze with a dark brown and green patina | $5,850 | Strauss and Co | Feb 2018 |
| 4 | Spectator Watching the Ships Go By, 1989 | Bronze with a black and green patina | $4,660 | Strauss and Co | Nov 2024 |
| 5 | The Prison Warder, 11 Deadly Sinners Series, 2009 | Bronze with a dark brown patina | $2,568 | Strauss and Co | Mar 2025 |
| 6 | Dog's Head | Wood and steel | $2,296 | Strauss and Co | Nov 2019 |
| 7 | The Engine Driver, 2009 | Bronze with a black patina | $1,605 | Strauss and Co | Mar 2025 |
| 8 | The Hunter, 11 Deadly Sinners Series, 2009 | Bronze with a dark brown and green patina | $1,605 | Strauss and Co | Mar 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 8 | $3,614 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 18 results from 2 houses · How we compute these figures
David Brown is a British (modern) artist with 35 auction lots recorded since 2009, median price $3,614.
A work by David Brown sold in 2026 for $13,159, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a David Brown work is $3,614.
The median David Brown sculpture sells for $3,614 across 15 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Paintings | 2 | — | — | 50% | 2019-12-12 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 15 | $3,614 | $13,159 | — | 2026-02-21 |
| Photography | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $13,159 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $7,678 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a David Brown worth?
Across 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a David Brown work is $3,614. The median David Brown sculpture sells for $3,614 across 15 lots.
What is the average price of a David Brown sculpture?
Based on 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a David Brown sculpture is $3,614.
What is David Brown's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a David Brown sculpture is $13,159.
What is David Brown's auction record?
David Brown's auction record is $13,159, set in 2026.
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