Richard Barr (1930–2003)
What is Richard Barr’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 12 auction results for Richard Barr at 6 houses since 2021. Over the last 24 months the median price was $900 including buyer’s premium (middle half $865–$1,340, n=7). The auction record is $2,286 for Figural table lamps model H-766 (2026, Los Angeles Modern Auctions). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Figural table lamps model H-766, 1965 | Walnut | $2,286 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Jan 2026 |
| 2 | Floor lamps model T-823, pair, 1965 | Milk glass, chrome-plated steel, aluminum | $1,536 | Wright | Sep 2026 |
| 3 | Mushroom table lamps, 1965 | Aluminum | $1,143 | Wright | Mar 2026 |
| 4 | Table lamps model H-734, 1965 | Enamel | $1,040 | Rago Arts | Mar 2021 |
| 5 | Mushroom table lamps, pair | USA, c. 1965 / c. 1975 aluminum, frosted glass | $900 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Mar 2026 |
| 6 | Floor lamp, 1965 | Frosted glass, chrome-plated steel | $865 | Wright | May 2026 |
| 7 | Floor lamp | USA, c. 1965 / c. 1970 frosted glass, chrome-plated steel | $865 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | May 2026 |
| 8 | A Richard Barr for Laurel Brutalist steel table lamp | Torch-cut steel dynamic sculptural body mounted on a patinated verdigris and black enameled copper base | $715 | John Moran Auctioneers | Aug 2023 |
| 9 | Table lamp, model D750, 1965 | Enameled and chrome-plated brass | $576 | Wright | Aug 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 8 | $970 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 12 results from 6 houses · How we compute these figures
Richard Barr is an American artist with 13 auction lots recorded since 2020, median price $882. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Richard Barr sold in 2026 for $1,536, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Richard Barr on OpeningBid →What is a Richard Barr work worth?
Across 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Richard Barr work is $882.
The median Richard Barr sculpture sells for $1,340 across 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2 | $1,340 | $1,536 | — | 2026-09-24 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $1,536 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $1,143 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Richard Barr worth?
Across 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Richard Barr work is $882. The median Richard Barr sculpture sells for $1,340 across 2 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Richard Barr's auction record?
Richard Barr's auction record is $2,286, set in 2026.
See the full Richard Barr record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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