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# Robert A. Nelson (1925–2021)

Robert A. Nelson is an American artist with 5 auction lots recorded since 2023, median price $1,572.

A work by Robert A. Nelson sold in 2026 for $3,250, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

## What is a Robert A. Nelson work worth?

Across 3 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert A. Nelson work is $1,572.

The median Robert A. Nelson print sells for $2,116 across 2 lots.

The median Robert A. Nelson work on paper sells for $1,236 across 2 lots.

## Price breakdown by category

| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2 | $2,116 | $3,250 | — | 2026-03-20 |
| Works on Paper | 2 | $1,236 | $1,572 | — | 2024-01-23 |

## Notable results

| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $3,250 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $1,572 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $983 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $900 |

The highest recorded result in each medium. The full sale history is in the OpeningBid app (free sign-up).

## Frequently asked questions

### What is a Robert A. Nelson worth?

Across 3 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert A. Nelson work is $1,572. The median Robert A. Nelson print sells for $2,116 across 2 lots. The median Robert A. Nelson work on paper sells for $1,236 across 2 lots.

### What is Robert A. Nelson's auction record?

Robert A. Nelson's auction record is $3,250, set in 2026.

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Data last updated 2026-11-01. OpeningBid tracks 15,222,099 auction lots from 571 auction houses, refreshed nightly.

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Historical auction data, not investment advice. Prices are premium-inclusive USD where the buyer's premium is recorded. Figures marked † are hammer prices (buyer's premium not included); ‡ marks a price whose basis is not yet verified. Non-USD results are converted at the sale month's rate.