Robert Buhler (1916–1989)
What is Robert Buhler’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 105 auction results for Robert Buhler at 11 houses since 1998. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,020 including buyer’s premium (middle half $563–$1,309, n=20). The auction record is $13,652 for Changing Tents, Beach near St Malo (2008, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Changing Tents, Beach near St Malo, 1916 | Oil paint | $13,652 | Christie's | Feb 2008 |
| 2 | spanish landscape | Oil on board | $7,618 | Sotheby's | Jun 2007 |
| 3 | A Cluster of Trees, 1916 | Oil paint | $7,596 | Christie's | Dec 2007 |
| 4 | The football match | Oil on canvas | $6,697 | Christie's | May 2004 |
| 5 | Self-Portrait, 1916 | Painting | $5,337 | Bonhams | Jul 2024 |
| 6 | Wild Grass and Bushes, 1916 | Oil paint | $4,931 | Christie's | Sep 2009 |
| 7 | Self-portrait | Oil on board | $4,732 | Christie's | Oct 2004 |
| 8 | The pathway, 1916 | Oil paint | $4,520 | Christie's | Sep 2009 |
| 9 | Portrait of Sir Isaiah Berlin, 1970 | Pastel on paper | $4,214 | Roseberys London | Sep 2023 |
| 10 | Robert Buhler, R.A. (1916-1989) | Oil on canvas | $3,994 | Christie's | Mar 2000 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 67 | $1,307 |
| Works on paper | 6 | $625 |
| Prints | 7 | $125 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 66 | $1,296 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 13 | $920 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 105 results from 11 houses · How we compute these figures
Robert Buhler is a British artist with 133 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $1,275. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Robert Buhler sold in 2026 for $1,422, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Robert Buhler on OpeningBid →What is a Robert Buhler work worth?
Across 103 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Buhler work is $1,275.
The median Robert Buhler painting sells for $1,308 across 81 lots.
The median Robert Buhler work on paper sells for $625 across 9 lots.
The median Robert Buhler print sells for $128 across 6 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Robert Buhler paintings typically sell for $1,029–$2,080 (the middle half of 63 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 | 6 | $128† | $202 | — | 2024-04-18 |
| Paintings | 94 | $1,308†‡ | $13,652 | 86.2% | 2026-09-08 |
| Works on Paper | 15 | $625‡ | $4,214 | 60% | 2026-06-02 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $7,596‡ | $13,652 | — | 2015-02-24 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Robert Buhler's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (6 lots) median $128. Paintings (94 lots) median $1,308, record $13,652. A typical Robert Buhler painting sells for around 10× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 5 lots) the median is $7,596.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $101–$131† | $125† | $202 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $880–$1,393‡ | $1,220‡ | $5,337 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 63 | $1,029–$2,080†‡ | $1,363†‡ | $13,652 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $687–$889‡ | $694‡ | $4,214 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2008 | $13,652 |
| Paintings | 2007 | $7,596 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $4,214 |
| Works on Paper | 2012 | $889‡ |
| Prints & Editions | 2019 | $202 |
| Prints & Editions | 2014 | $168 |
‡ 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 Robert Buhler worth?
Across 103 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Buhler work is $1,275. The median Robert Buhler painting sells for $1,308 across 81 lots. The median Robert Buhler work on paper sells for $625 across 9 lots. The median Robert Buhler print sells for $128 across 6 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Robert Buhler paintings typically sell for $1,029–$2,080 (the middle half of 63 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 Robert Buhler painting?
Based on 81 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Buhler painting is $1,308. 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 Robert Buhler's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Buhler painting is $13,652.
What is the average price of a Robert Buhler work on paper?
Based on 9 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Buhler work on paper is $625. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Robert Buhler's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Buhler work on paper is $4,214.
What is the average price of a medium Robert Buhler painting?
Based on 63 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Robert Buhler painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,363, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. 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 small Robert Buhler painting?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Robert Buhler painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,220, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Robert Buhler's auction record?
Robert Buhler's auction record is $13,652, set in 2008.
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