Richmond Burton (b. 1960)
What is Richmond Burton’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 77 auction results for Richmond Burton at 12 houses since 2001. Over the last 24 months the median price was $825 including buyer’s premium (middle half $556–$3,257, n=12). The auction record is $18,750 for EYES IN THE HEAT (2019, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EYES IN THE HEAT, 1992 | Painting | $18,750 | Sotheby's | Jul 2019 |
| 2 | ROSE, 1991 | Painting | $16,250 | Sotheby's | Jul 2019 |
| 3 | COMPASS TRIPTYCH, 1990 | Triptych | $13,750 | Sotheby's | Jul 2019 |
| 4 | Emerald Skin, 1993 | Painting | $8,225 | Christie's | Nov 2001 |
| 5 | Rose, 1991 | Oil on linen | $7,500 | Sotheby's | Jul 2020 |
| 6 | The Sound of an Atom Splitting 2, 1992 | Painting | $6,875 | Phillips | Mar 2015 |
| 7 | Five (Morning), 1990-1991 | Painting | $6,250 | Phillips | Mar 2015 |
| 8 | Echoing Voices, 1992 | Painting | $6,000 | Wright | Oct 2022 |
| 9 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 2004 | Oil on canvas | $6,000 | Christie's | Oct 2018 |
| 10 | Shivaesque, 1960 | Oil on linen | $5,120 | Capsule Gallery Auction | Jun 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 41 | $3,276 |
| Works on paper | 7 | $762 |
| Other | 7 | $750 |
| Prints | 17 | $688 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 22 | $4,688 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 33 | $1,000 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 15 | $875 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 77 results from 12 houses · How we compute these figures
Richmond Burton is an American artist with 103 auction lots recorded since 2001, median price $1,560. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Richmond Burton sold in 2026 for $3,072, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Richmond Burton on OpeningBid →What is a Richmond Burton work worth?
Across 77 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Richmond Burton work is $1,560.
The median Richmond Burton painting sells for $3,250 across 44 lots.
The median Richmond Burton print sells for $688 across 18 lots.
The median Richmond Burton work on paper sells for $1,500 across 7 lots.
Large (over 120 cm) Richmond Burton paintings typically sell for $3,413–$6,719 (the middle half of 22 sold 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 26 | $688 | $4,063 | 69.2% | 2025-10-03 |
| Paintings | 46 | $3,250† | $18,750 | 95.7% | 2026-09-30 |
| Works on Paper | 8 | $1,500 | $6,250 | 87.5% | 2024-08-20 |
| Photography | 2 | $250 | $250 | 50% | 2026-10-15 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $15,000 | $18,750 | — | 2019-07-18 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Richmond Burton's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (26 lots) median $688 with 69.2% sell-through. Paintings (46 lots) median $3,250, record $18,750. A typical Richmond Burton painting sells for around 4.7× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 4 lots) the median is $15,000.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 15 | $388–$910 | $688 | $4,063 |
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $848–$1,576 | $1,066 | $1,750 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 13 | $1,216–$3,810† | $2,177† | $4,800 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 22 | $3,413–$6,719 | $4,688 | $18,750 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $1,500–$4,375 | $3,780 | $6,250 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2019 | $18,750 |
| Paintings | 2019 | $16,250 |
| Works on Paper | 2013 | $6,250 |
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $4,375 |
| Prints & Editions | 2018 | $4,063 |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $2,016 |
| Photography | 2026 | $250 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Richmond Burton worth?
Across 77 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Richmond Burton work is $1,560. The median Richmond Burton painting sells for $3,250 across 44 lots. The median Richmond Burton print sells for $688 across 18 lots. The median Richmond Burton work on paper sells for $1,500 across 7 lots. Large (over 120 cm) Richmond Burton paintings typically sell for $3,413–$6,719 (the middle half of 22 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Richmond Burton painting?
Based on 44 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Richmond Burton painting is $3,250. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Richmond Burton's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Richmond Burton painting is $18,750.
What is the average price of a Richmond Burton print?
Based on 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Richmond Burton print is $688.
What is Richmond Burton's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Richmond Burton print is $4,063.
What is the average price of a large Richmond Burton painting?
Based on 22 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Richmond Burton painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $4,688, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a medium Richmond Burton print?
Based on 15 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Richmond Burton print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $688, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Richmond Burton's auction record?
Richmond Burton's auction record is $18,750, set in 2019.
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