Leslie Thornton (1951–2016)
Leslie Thornton is an American artist with 19 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $2,259. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Leslie Thornton sold in 2026 for $17,772, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Leslie Thornton on OpeningBid →What is a Leslie Thornton work worth?
Across 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Leslie Thornton work is $2,259.
The median Leslie Thornton work on paper sells for $720 across 3 lots.
The median Leslie Thornton sculpture sells for $8,265 across 6 lots.
The median Leslie Thornton painting sells for $2,160 across 1 lots.
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 1 | $2,160 | $2,160 | — | 2007-06-23 |
| Works on Paper | 7 | $720 | $1,254 | 42.9% | 2026-09-08 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 6 | $8,265 | $17,772 | — | 2026-09-08 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $17,772 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $14,166 |
| Paintings | 2007 | $2,160 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $1,254 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $720 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Leslie Thornton worth?
Across 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Leslie Thornton work is $2,259. The median Leslie Thornton work on paper sells for $720 across 3 lots. The median Leslie Thornton sculpture sells for $8,265 across 6 lots. The median Leslie Thornton painting sells for $2,160 across 1 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Leslie Thornton's auction record?
Leslie Thornton's auction record is $17,772, set in 2026.
See the full Leslie Thornton record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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