Eric Orr (1941–1998)
What is Eric Orr’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 89 auction results for Eric Orr at 13 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $4,445 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,929–$10,795, n=22). The auction record is $27,812 for Other Side of Green (2021, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Other Side of Green, 1988 | Painting | $27,812 | Bonhams | Apr 2021 |
| 2 | Marin Red Void, 1996 | Oil on canvas over panel in artist's frame | $25,600 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Jun 2026 |
| 3 | Green Shadow, 1986 | Painting | $24,225 | Bonhams | Jun 2025 |
| 4 | Nightshift 16, 1986 | Mixed media and gold leaf on lead wrapped over wood | $24,130 | John Moran Auctioneers | Jun 2025 |
| 5 | Blue Window, 1986 | Painting | $22,680 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Jun 2023 |
| 6 | Dark Time, 1989 | Oil on canvas around plywood with lead enclosure | $20,400 | Santa Fe Art Auction | Apr 2021 |
| 7 | Untitled, 1993 | Painting | $16,325 | Bonhams | May 2019 |
| 8 | Without Red, 1983 | Painting | $15,300 | Bonhams | Apr 2022 |
| 9 | Night Shift #9, 1939 | Oil on wood panel mounted to lead-wrapped wood panel | $14,300 | Neal Auction Company | Nov 2024 |
| 10 | Red Infinity, 1989 | Painting | $14,025 | Bonhams | Apr 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 56 | $7,575 |
| Other | 19 | $2,375 |
| Prints | 5 | $528 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 11 | $8,287 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 19 | $6,000 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 50 | $4,063 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 89 results from 13 houses · How we compute these figures
Eric Orr is an American artist with 110 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $5,218. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Eric Orr sold in 2026 for $25,600, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Eric Orr on OpeningBid →What is a Eric Orr work worth?
Across 87 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Eric Orr work is $5,218.
The median Eric Orr painting sells for $9,901 across 36 lots.
The median Eric Orr sculpture sells for $2,081 across 12 lots.
The median Eric Orr print sells for $500 across 6 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Eric Orr paintings typically sell for $6,894–$13,200 (the middle half of 20 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 | 8 | $500 | $2,375 | 75% | 2026-05-19 |
| Paintings | 39 | $9,901†‡ | $27,812 | 92.3% | 2026-06-10 |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $1,375 | $2,000 | 66.7% | 2022-07-12 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 16 | $2,081 | $8,287 | 75% | 2025-12-10 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $24,225 | $27,812 | — | 2026-06-10 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Eric Orr's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (8 lots) median $500 with 75% sell-through. Paintings (39 lots) median $9,901, record $27,812. A typical Eric Orr painting sells for around 20× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 5 lots) the median is $24,225.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $250–$635 | $625 | $2,375 |
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $5,225–$9,468‡ | $7,575‡ | $14,025 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 20 | $6,894–$13,200† | $10,710† | $27,812 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $11,250–$14,300 | $12,500 | $16,325 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $1,188–$2,250 | $1,375 | $3,125 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2021 | $27,812 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $25,600 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2021 | $8,287 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2024 | $5,080 |
| Prints & Editions | 2022 | $2,375 |
| Works on Paper | 2015 | $2,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $750 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $635 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Eric Orr worth?
Across 87 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Eric Orr work is $5,218. The median Eric Orr painting sells for $9,901 across 36 lots. The median Eric Orr sculpture sells for $2,081 across 12 lots. The median Eric Orr print sells for $500 across 6 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Eric Orr paintings typically sell for $6,894–$13,200 (the middle half of 20 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 Eric Orr painting?
Based on 36 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Eric Orr painting is $9,901. 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 Eric Orr's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Eric Orr painting is $27,812.
What is the average price of a Eric Orr sculpture?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Eric Orr sculpture is $2,081.
What is Eric Orr's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Eric Orr sculpture is $8,287.
What is the average price of a medium Eric Orr painting?
Based on 20 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Eric Orr painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $10,710, 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 Eric Orr painting?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Eric Orr painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $7,575, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Eric Orr's auction record?
Eric Orr's auction record is $27,812, set in 2021.
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