René Richard (1895–1982)
René Richard is a Canadian artist with 42 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $1,209. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by René Richard sold in 2025 for $1,532, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View René Richard on OpeningBid →What is a René Richard work worth?
Across 35 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a René Richard work is $1,209.
The median René Richard painting sells for $1,280 across 28 lots.
The median René Richard work on paper sells for $270 across 7 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 | 29 | $1,280‡ | $5,630 | 96.6% | 2025-08-21 |
| Works on Paper | 7 | $270 | $1,479 | — | 2025-08-21 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $840–$1,280‡ | $1,075‡ | $2,487 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $2,079–$3,643 | $3,032 | $5,630 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2017 | $5,630 |
| Paintings | 2016 | $4,058 |
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $1,479 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $270 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a René Richard worth?
Across 35 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a René Richard work is $1,209. The median René Richard painting sells for $1,280 across 28 lots. The median René Richard work on paper sells for $270 across 7 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a René Richard painting?
Based on 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a René Richard painting is $1,280. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is René Richard's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a René Richard painting is $5,630.
What is René Richard's auction record?
René Richard's auction record is $5,630, set in 2017.
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