Richard Kemble (1932–2007)
What is Richard Kemble’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 58 auction results for Richard Kemble at 6 houses since 2022. Over the last 24 months the median price was $318 including buyer’s premium (middle half $254–$462, n=17). The auction record is $792 for The Ever Changing Sea (2025, Rago Arts). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Ever Changing Sea, 1985 | Woodcuts | $792 | Rago Arts | Dec 2025 |
| 2 | Beach, 1986 | Woodcuts | $756 | Rago Arts | Jul 2024 |
| 3 | Another Perfect Day, 1987 | Woodcuts | $630 | Toomey & Co. | Jul 2023 |
| 4 | Turn of the Tide, 1983 | Woodcuts | $630 | Toomey & Co. | Mar 2024 |
| 5 | Untitled (screenprint in colors), 1972 | Screenprint in colors | $572 | Rago Arts | May 2025 |
| 6 | A Summer Breeze, 1932 | Woodcuts | $567 | Toomey & Co. | Nov 2023 |
| 7 | I know a Tree Beyond the Bend Ahead, 1975 | Woodcuts | $567 | Rago Arts | Jul 2024 |
| 8 | The Forest Trembles After Dark, 1981 | Woodcuts | $567 | Toomey & Co. | Mar 2023 |
| 9 | Waiting for Tomorrow, 1979 | Woodcuts | $567 | Toomey & Co. | Mar 2024 |
| 10 | The Sea, the Sky and Silence, 1986 | Woodcut in colors | $532 | Rago Arts | Aug 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Prints | 42 | $236 |
| Works on paper | 7 | $194 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $382 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 27 | $260 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 58 results from 6 houses · How we compute these figures
Richard Kemble is an American artist with 50 auction lots recorded since 2016, median price $254. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Richard Kemble sold in 2026 for $512, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 47 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Richard Kemble work is $254.
The median Richard Kemble print sells for $320 across 29 lots.
The median Richard Kemble work on paper sells for $194 across 7 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Richard Kemble prints typically sell for $128–$567 (the middle half of 23 sold lots).
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 31 | $320† | $792 | 93.5% | 2026-08-14 |
| Works on Paper | 7 | $194 | $512 | — | 2026-08-28 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $693 | $792 | — | 2025-12-05 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $350–$541 | $454 | $572 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 23 | $128–$567† | $260† | $792 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $189–$318 | $254 | $512 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $792 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $756 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $512 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $318 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Richard Kemble worth?
Across 47 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Richard Kemble work is $254. The median Richard Kemble print sells for $320 across 29 lots. The median Richard Kemble work on paper sells for $194 across 7 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Richard Kemble prints typically sell for $128–$567 (the middle half of 23 sold lots). Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Richard Kemble print?
Based on 29 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Richard Kemble print is $320. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Richard Kemble's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Richard Kemble print is $792.
What is the average price of a medium Richard Kemble print?
Based on 23 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Richard Kemble print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $260, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Richard Kemble's auction record?
Richard Kemble's auction record is $792, set in 2025.
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