Matthew Brannon (b. 1971)
What is Matthew Brannon’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 21 auction results for Matthew Brannon at 9 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,028 including buyer’s premium (middle half $536–$1,155, n=6). The auction record is $10,944 for Swiss Cheese (2012, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Swiss Cheese, 2007 | Embroidery | $10,944 | Christie's | Nov 2012 |
| 2 | I'd Rather Not Say, 2009 | Acrylic paint | $3,250 | Wright | Jan 2020 |
| 3 | Cut Throat, Rough Trade, Hard Boiled, Push Over, Piss Take, Rock Hard, 2008 | Cut Throat, Rough Trade, Hard Boiled, Push Over, Piss Take, Rock Hard | $2,000 | Christie's | Dec 2018 |
| 4 | I'd rather not say, 2009 | Acrylic, thread, paper collage and canvas collage on canvas | $1,375 | Christie's | Dec 2018 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rough Trade; Hard Boiled; Cut Throat; Piss Take; Push Over; and Rock Hard, 2008 | The complete set of six screenprints in colors, on heavy board, the full sheets | $3,125 | Phillips | Apr 2013 |
| 2 | Hair of the Dog | Silkscreen on paper | $3,023 | Sotheby's | Jun 2016 |
| 3 | Police Officer Giving Up | Silkscreen on paper | $3,023 | Sotheby's | Jun 2016 |
| 4 | A Group of 3 Prints, 1971 | Three lithographs and screenprints in colors on wove paper | $2,560 | Bonhams | Feb 2026 |
| 5 | Ready or Not, 2015 | Letterpress, serigraph and acrylic on paper | $2,000 | Christie's | Jul 2003 |
| 6 | Who Takes Who Home Tonight, 2007 | The complete set of two screenprints in colors, on wove paper, the full sheet | $1,875 | Phillips | Apr 2014 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Prints | 10 | $1,938 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 14 | $1,938 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 21 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Matthew Brannon is an American artist with 38 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $2,000. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Matthew Brannon sold in 2026 for $2,560, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Matthew Brannon on OpeningBid →What is a Matthew Brannon work worth?
Across 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Matthew Brannon work is $2,000.
The median Matthew Brannon print sells for $2,000 across 14 lots.
The median Matthew Brannon painting sells for $1,000 across 3 lots.
The median Matthew Brannon work on paper sells for $2,199 across 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 18 | $2,000‡ | $10,944 | 77.8% | 2026-08-18 |
| Paintings | 7 | $1,000 | $3,250 | 42.9% | 2025-12-10 |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $2,199 | $3,023 | — | 2018-12-12 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Matthew Brannon's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (18 lots) median $2,000 with 77.8% sell-through. Paintings (7 lots) median $1,000, record $3,250.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 11 | $780–$2,280 | $1,875 | $3,125 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2012 | $10,944 |
| Prints & Editions | 2015 | $5,517‡ |
| Paintings | 2020 | $3,250 |
| Works on Paper | 2016 | $3,023 |
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $1,375 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $1,000 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Matthew Brannon worth?
Across 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Matthew Brannon work is $2,000. The median Matthew Brannon print sells for $2,000 across 14 lots. The median Matthew Brannon painting sells for $1,000 across 3 lots. The median Matthew Brannon work on paper sells for $2,199 across 3 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Matthew Brannon print?
Based on 14 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Matthew Brannon print is $2,000. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Matthew Brannon's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Matthew Brannon print is $10,944.
What is the average price of a medium Matthew Brannon print?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Matthew Brannon print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,875, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Matthew Brannon's auction record?
Matthew Brannon's auction record is $10,944, set in 2012.
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