Robert Blackburn (1920–2003)
Robert Blackburn is an American artist with 103 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $2,250.
A work by Robert Blackburn sold in 2026 for $3,302, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 78 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Blackburn work is $2,250.
The median Robert Blackburn print sells for $2,550 across 54 lots.
The median Robert Blackburn work on paper sells for $1,778 across 24 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Robert Blackburn prints typically sell for $1,480–$3,750 (the middle half of 27 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Robert Blackburn prints typically sell for $2,225–$6,620 (the middle half of 27 sold lots).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 59 | $2,550 | $17,500 | 91.5% | 2026-10-01 |
| Works on Paper | 28 | $1,778 | $4,400 | 85.7% | 2026-10-01 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $13,750 | $17,500 | — | 2023-10-19 |
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 27 | $2,225–$6,620 | $3,000 | $17,500 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 27 | $1,480–$3,750 | $2,340 | $10,625 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $1,455–$2,500 | $2,100 | $4,400 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 14 | $1,142–$1,900 | $1,500 | $4,320 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2013 | $17,500 |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $15,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2007 | $4,400 |
| Works on Paper | 2012 | $4,320 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Robert Blackburn worth?
Across 78 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Blackburn work is $2,250. The median Robert Blackburn print sells for $2,550 across 54 lots. The median Robert Blackburn work on paper sells for $1,778 across 24 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Robert Blackburn prints typically sell for $1,480–$3,750 (the middle half of 27 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Robert Blackburn prints typically sell for $2,225–$6,620 (the middle half of 27 sold lots).
What is the average price of a Robert Blackburn print?
Based on 54 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Blackburn print is $2,550.
What is Robert Blackburn's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Blackburn print is $17,500.
What is the average price of a Robert Blackburn work on paper?
Based on 24 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Blackburn work on paper is $1,778.
What is Robert Blackburn's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Blackburn work on paper is $4,400.
What is the average price of a medium Robert Blackburn print?
Based on 27 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Robert Blackburn print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,340, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a small Robert Blackburn print?
Based on 27 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Robert Blackburn print (small (under 50 cm)) is $3,000, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Robert Blackburn's auction record?
Robert Blackburn's auction record is $17,500, set in 2013.
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