Robert Dowd (1936–1996)
Robert Dowd is an American artist with 32 auction lots recorded since 1999, median price $3,609.
A work by Robert Dowd sold in 2024 for $20,160, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Robert Dowd on OpeningBid →What is a Robert Dowd work worth?
Across 26 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Dowd work is $3,609.
The median Robert Dowd painting sells for $4,462 across 14 lots.
The median Robert Dowd work on paper sells for $1,408 across 7 lots.
The median Robert Dowd sculpture sells for $5,000 across 1 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 16 | $4,462 | $20,160 | 87.5% | 2024-06-11 |
| Works on Paper | 8 | $1,408 | $5,000 | 87.5% | 2026-08-18 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2 | $5,000 | $5,000 | 50% | 2018-11-13 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $8,750 | $20,160 | — | 2024-06-11 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $3,780–$6,250 | $4,800 | $8,750 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 8 | $3,397–$7,362 | $4,462 | $20,160 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $1,108–$2,662 | $1,408 | $5,000 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2024 | $20,160 |
| Paintings | 2014 | $8,750 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2018 | $5,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $5,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2015 | $3,438 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Robert Dowd worth?
Across 26 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Dowd work is $3,609. The median Robert Dowd painting sells for $4,462 across 14 lots. The median Robert Dowd work on paper sells for $1,408 across 7 lots. The median Robert Dowd sculpture sells for $5,000 across 1 lots.
What is the average price of a Robert Dowd painting?
Based on 14 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Dowd painting is $4,462.
What is Robert Dowd's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Dowd painting is $20,160.
What is Robert Dowd's auction record?
Robert Dowd's auction record is $20,160, set in 2024.
See the full Robert Dowd record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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