Ernest Briggs (1923–1984)
Ernest Briggs is an American artist with 17 auction lots recorded since 2011, median price $6,350.
A work by Ernest Briggs sold in 2026 for $28,160, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Ernest Briggs on OpeningBid →What is a Ernest Briggs work worth?
Across 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ernest Briggs work is $6,350.
The median Ernest Briggs painting sells for $6,350 across 11 lots.
The median Ernest Briggs work on paper sells for $4,062 across 1 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 14 | $6,350 | $52,500 | 78.6% | 2026-07-07 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | $4,062 | $4,062 | — | 2023-02-28 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $8,908–$29,720 | $22,371 | $50,000 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2011 | $52,500 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $50,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $4,062 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ernest Briggs worth?
Across 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ernest Briggs work is $6,350. The median Ernest Briggs painting sells for $6,350 across 11 lots. The median Ernest Briggs work on paper sells for $4,062 across 1 lots.
What is the average price of a Ernest Briggs painting?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ernest Briggs painting is $6,350.
What is Ernest Briggs's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ernest Briggs painting is $52,500.
What is Ernest Briggs's auction record?
Ernest Briggs's auction record is $52,500, set in 2011.
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