Frank McCarthy (1924–2002)
What is Frank McCarthy’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 96 auction results for Frank McCarthy at 9 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $17,920 including buyer’s premium (middle half $6,050–$20,570, n=5). The auction record is $95,200 for War Party (2006, Coeur d'Alene Art Auction). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | War Party, 1971 | Oil on board | $95,200 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2006 |
| 2 | Friends of Enemies, 1994 | Oil on canvas | $87,750 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2012 |
| 3 | Down from the Mountains, 1989 | Oil on canvas | $84,700 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2023 |
| 4 | Coming Out of the High Country, 1979 | Oil on board | $81,900 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2014 |
| 5 | The Long Knives, 1975 | Oil on board | $77,350 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2017 |
| 6 | Chiefs, 1988 | Oil on canvas | $76,050 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2015 |
| 7 | Saber Charge, 1987 | Oil on canvas | $76,050 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2014 |
| 8 | In the Badlands, 1989 | Oil on canvas | $72,800 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2007 |
| 9 | Spooked, 1982 | Oil on canvas | $60,500 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2022 |
| 10 | Flanking Movement | Oil on canvas | $58,500 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2015 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 71 | $22,705 |
| Other | 14 | $21,520 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 6 | $26,978 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 78 | $21,780 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 96 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Frank McCarthy is an American artist with 89 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $22,242.
A work by Frank McCarthy sold in 2026 for $54,450, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Frank McCarthy on OpeningBid →What is a Frank McCarthy work worth?
Across 86 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Frank McCarthy work is $22,242.
The median Frank McCarthy painting sells for $21,780 across 55 lots.
The median Frank McCarthy print sells for $2,150 across 1 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Frank McCarthy paintings typically sell for $14,280–$35,700 (the middle half of 49 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 | 1 | $2,150 | $2,150 | — | 2021-10-19 |
| Paintings | 56 | $21,780 | $95,200 | — | 2026-07-25 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $86,225 | $95,200 | — | 2023-07-15 |
Frank McCarthy's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (1 lots) median $2,150. Paintings (56 lots) median $21,780, record $95,200. A typical Frank McCarthy painting sells for around 10× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 4 lots) the median is $86,225.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 49 | $14,280–$35,700 | $21,780 | $95,200 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $19,116–$64,850 | $26,978 | $84,700 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2006 | $95,200 |
| Paintings | 2012 | $87,750 |
| Prints & Editions | 2021 | $2,150 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Frank McCarthy worth?
Across 86 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Frank McCarthy work is $22,242. The median Frank McCarthy painting sells for $21,780 across 55 lots. The median Frank McCarthy print sells for $2,150 across 1 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Frank McCarthy paintings typically sell for $14,280–$35,700 (the middle half of 49 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 Frank McCarthy painting?
Based on 55 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Frank McCarthy painting is $21,780.
What is Frank McCarthy's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Frank McCarthy painting is $95,200.
What is the average price of a small Frank McCarthy painting?
Based on 49 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Frank McCarthy painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $21,780, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Frank McCarthy's auction record?
Frank McCarthy's auction record is $95,200, set in 2006.
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