Richard Hawkins (b. 1961)
What is Richard Hawkins’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 41 auction results for Richard Hawkins at 8 houses since 2013. Over the last 24 months the median price was $4,817 including buyer’s premium (middle half $3,218–$6,130, n=15). The auction record is $36,291 for Wrath of the Underworld (2015, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wrath of the Underworld, 2004 | Acrylic paint | $36,291 | Christie's | Sep 2015 |
| 2 | Bridge by the River of Snakes, 2004 | Acrylic paint | $32,392 | Christie's | Apr 2013 |
| 3 | Passing Pageant, 2004 | Oil on linen | $28,160 | Wright | Jul 2026 |
| 4 | Disembodied Zombie George Black, 2000 | Hand coloring | $10,000 | Wright | Apr 2019 |
| 5 | Judas of Norogachi, 2016 | Glazed ceramic, air-dry clay, rat trap, pig’s blood, rags, candles and utensils, in artist’s frame | $9,000 | Sotheby's | Jul 2024 |
| 6 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 2000 | Painting | $8,733 | Kunsthaus Lempertz | Dec 2018 |
| 7 | RRSPS, 1993 | Mixed media | $8,580 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Aug 2025 |
| 8 | Salome Painting: Open for Business, 2011 | Painting | $8,125 | Rago Arts | Dec 2021 |
| 9 | Moonlight, 2003 | Linen | $7,680 | Wright | Feb 2016 |
| 10 | RRSPS, 1993 | Mixed media collage | $6,500 | Wright | Aug 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 12 | $6,249 |
| Other | 19 | $3,250 |
| Works on paper | 5 | $2,125 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 26 | $3,332 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $1,519 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 41 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
Richard Hawkins is an American artist with 55 auction lots recorded since 2013, median price $3,387.
A work by Richard Hawkins sold in 2026 for $5,760, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Richard Hawkins on OpeningBid →What is a Richard Hawkins work worth?
Across 41 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Richard Hawkins work is $3,387.
The median Richard Hawkins work on paper sells for $2,438 across 14 lots.
The median Richard Hawkins painting sells for $3,358 across 14 lots.
The median Richard Hawkins photograph sells for $5,760 across 3 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 1 | $562 | $562 | — | 2024-08-22 |
| Paintings | 15 | $3,358 | $36,291 | 93.3% | 2026-07-16 |
| Works on Paper | 17 | $2,438 | $8,580 | 82.4% | 2026-06-09 |
| Photography | 3 | $5,760 | $10,000 | — | 2026-09-30 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $32,392 | $36,291 | — | 2026-07-16 |
Richard Hawkins's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (1 lots) median $562. Paintings (15 lots) median $3,358, record $36,291. A typical Richard Hawkins painting sells for around 6.0× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 3 lots) the median is $32,392.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $3,024–$6,471 | $3,387 | $8,733 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 13 | $2,125–$4,864 | $2,500 | $8,580 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2015 | $36,291 |
| Paintings | 2013 | $32,392 |
| Photography | 2019 | $10,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $8,580 |
| Photography | 2026 | $5,760 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $5,625 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $562 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Richard Hawkins worth?
Across 41 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Richard Hawkins work is $3,387. The median Richard Hawkins work on paper sells for $2,438 across 14 lots. The median Richard Hawkins painting sells for $3,358 across 14 lots. The median Richard Hawkins photograph sells for $5,760 across 3 lots.
What is the average price of a Richard Hawkins work on paper?
Based on 14 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Richard Hawkins work on paper is $2,438.
What is Richard Hawkins's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Richard Hawkins work on paper is $8,580.
What is the average price of a Richard Hawkins painting?
Based on 14 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Richard Hawkins painting is $3,358.
What is Richard Hawkins's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Richard Hawkins painting is $36,291.
What is the average price of a medium Richard Hawkins work on paper?
Based on 13 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Richard Hawkins work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,500, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Richard Hawkins's auction record?
Richard Hawkins's auction record is $36,291, set in 2015.
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