Math Bass (b. 1981)
What is Math Bass’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 34 auction results for Math Bass at 8 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,640 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,580–$6,300, n=5). The auction record is $68,750 for Newz! (2015, Phillips). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newz!, 2014 | Gouache | $68,750 | Phillips | Sep 2015 |
| 2 | Newz!, 2014 | Gouache | $67,178 | Christie's | Apr 2016 |
| 3 | Newz!, 2014 | Acrylic paint | $47,500 | Phillips | May 2016 |
| 4 | Newz! | Gouache on canvas | $30,995 | Sotheby's | Oct 2018 |
| 5 | Newz!, 2016 | Gouache | $30,000 | Phillips | May 2019 |
| 6 | Newz!, 2014 | Gouache | $25,000 | Phillips | Sep 2016 |
| 7 | Newz!, 2015 | Gouache | $24,695 | Phillips | Dec 2019 |
| 8 | MATH BASS | NEWZ!, 2014 | Gouache | $21,236 | Sotheby's | Dec 2019 |
| 9 | Newz!, 2014 | Gouache on canvas | $20,967 | Christie's | Nov 2006 |
| 10 | Newz!, 2014 | Gouache | $19,608 | Phillips | Apr 2019 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 14 | $16,104 |
| Paintings | 10 | $14,430 |
| Prints | 7 | $1,000 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 22 | $14,430 |
| Large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $10,625 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $1,000 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 34 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
Math Bass is an American artist with 42 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $10,034.
A work by Math Bass sold in 2022 for $12,600, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Math Bass on OpeningBid →What is a Math Bass work worth?
Across 34 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Math Bass work is $10,034.
The median Math Bass painting sells for $14,430 across 18 lots.
The median Math Bass print sells for $1,008 across 7 lots.
The median Math Bass work on paper sells for $16,675 across 5 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 7 | $1,008 | $2,580 | — | 2026-10-14 |
| Paintings | 21 | $14,430 | $68,750 | 85.7% | 2025-12-02 |
| Works on Paper | 5 | $16,675 | $30,995 | — | 2026-03-04 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $2,640 | $2,640 | — | 2025-07-17 |
| Photography | 1 | $441 | $441 | — | 2024-09-04 |
Math Bass's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (7 lots) median $1,008. Paintings (21 lots) median $14,430, record $68,750. A typical Math Bass painting sells for around 14× the price of a typical print.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $945–$1,008 | $1,000 | $2,000 |
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 14 | $11,182–$28,750 | $17,304 | $68,750 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2015 | $68,750 |
| Paintings | 2016 | $67,178 |
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $30,995 |
| Works on Paper | 2006 | $20,967 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $2,640 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $2,580 |
| Prints & Editions | 2021 | $2,000 |
| Photography | 2024 | $441 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Math Bass worth?
Across 34 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Math Bass work is $10,034. The median Math Bass painting sells for $14,430 across 18 lots. The median Math Bass print sells for $1,008 across 7 lots. The median Math Bass work on paper sells for $16,675 across 5 lots.
What is the average price of a Math Bass painting?
Based on 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Math Bass painting is $14,430.
What is Math Bass's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Math Bass painting is $68,750.
What is the average price of a medium Math Bass painting?
Based on 14 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Math Bass painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $17,304, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Math Bass's auction record?
Math Bass's auction record is $68,750, set in 2015.
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