Mark Twain (1835–1910)
Mark Twain is an American artist with 99 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $679. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Mark Twain sold in 2023 for $5,733, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Mark Twain on OpeningBid →What is a Mark Twain work worth?
Across 82 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Mark Twain work is $679.
The median Mark Twain photograph sells for $2,000 across 13 lots.
The median Mark Twain print sells for $64 across 6 lots.
The median Mark Twain work on paper sells for $1,234 across 6 lots.
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 11 | $64 | $115 | 54.5% | 1998-11-21 |
| Works on Paper | 6 | $1,234 | $4,750 | — | 2017-05-16 |
| Photography | 14 | $2,000 | $5,733 | 92.9% | 2023-12-12 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $8,750 | $15,000 | — | 2023-12-12 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | 2023 | $5,733 |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $4,750 |
| Photography | 2017 | $3,500 |
| Works on Paper | 2004 | $2,400 |
| Prints & Editions | 1998 | $115 |
| Prints & Editions | 1998 | $109 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Mark Twain worth?
Across 82 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Mark Twain work is $679. The median Mark Twain photograph sells for $2,000 across 13 lots. The median Mark Twain print sells for $64 across 6 lots. The median Mark Twain work on paper sells for $1,234 across 6 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Mark Twain photograph?
Based on 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Mark Twain photograph is $2,000.
What is Mark Twain's most expensive photograph?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Mark Twain photograph is $5,733.
What is the average price of a Mark Twain print?
Based on 6 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Mark Twain print is $64.
What is Mark Twain's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Mark Twain print is $115.
What is Mark Twain's auction record?
Mark Twain's auction record is $15,000, set in 2013.
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