Richard Whorf (1906–1966)
Richard Whorf is an American artist with 8 auction lots recorded since 2006, median price $1,610. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Richard Whorf sold in 2026 for $1,716, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Richard Whorf on OpeningBid →What is a Richard Whorf work worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Richard Whorf work is $1,610.
The median Richard Whorf painting sells for $2,211 across 6 lots.
The median Richard Whorf work on paper sells for $800 across 1 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 | 6 | $2,211‡ | $5,625 | — | 2023-05-09 |
| Works on Paper | 2 | $800‡ | $800‡ | 50% | 2023-02-03 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $1,610–$3,125 | $2,812 | $5,625 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2022 | $5,625 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $3,125 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $800‡ |
‡ 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 Richard Whorf worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Richard Whorf work is $1,610. The median Richard Whorf painting sells for $2,211 across 6 lots. The median Richard Whorf work on paper sells for $800 across 1 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Richard Whorf's auction record?
Richard Whorf's auction record is $5,625, set in 2022.
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