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# Dr. Robert John Thornton, Publisher (1768–1837)

Dr. Robert John Thornton, Publisher is an artist with 4 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $1,837.

A work by Dr. Robert John Thornton, Publisher sold in 2004 for $2,390, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

## What is a Dr. Robert John Thornton, Publisher work worth?

Across 4 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Dr. Robert John Thornton, Publisher work is $1,837.

The median Dr. Robert John Thornton, Publisher print sells for $1,837 across 4 lots.

## Price breakdown by category

| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 4 | $1,837 | $2,390 | — | 2008-02-23 |

## Notable results

| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2004 | $2,390 |
| Prints & Editions | 2004 | $1,912 |

The highest recorded result in each medium. The full sale history is in the OpeningBid app (free sign-up).

## Frequently asked questions

### What is a Dr. Robert John Thornton, Publisher worth?

Across 4 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Dr. Robert John Thornton, Publisher work is $1,837. The median Dr. Robert John Thornton, Publisher print sells for $1,837 across 4 lots.

### What is Dr. Robert John Thornton, Publisher's auction record?

Dr. Robert John Thornton, Publisher's auction record is $2,390, set in 2004.

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Historical auction data, not investment advice. Prices are premium-inclusive USD where the buyer's premium is recorded. Figures marked † are hammer prices (buyer's premium not included); ‡ marks a price whose basis is not yet verified. Non-USD results are converted at the sale month's rate.