Robert Dowling (1827–1886)
What is Robert Dowling’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 13 auction results for Robert Dowling at 4 houses since 2001. Over the last 24 months the median price was $609 including buyer’s premium (middle half $507–$676, n=9). The auction record is $571,973 for MASTERS GEORGE, WILLIAM AND MISS HARRIET WARE WITH THE ABORIGINE JAMIE WARE (2026, Deutscher and Hackett). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MASTERS GEORGE, WILLIAM AND MISS HARRIET WARE WITH THE ABORIGINE JAMIE WARE, 1856 | Oil on canvas | $571,973 | Deutscher and Hackett | Jun 2026 |
| 2 | BEFORE AND AFTER THE PARTY, c.1860 | Oil on canvas (2) | $7,626 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2007 |
| 3 | The Egyptian | Oil on canvas | $2,645 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | Mar 2001 |
| 4 | PINK FLOYD'S A MOMENTARY LAPSE OF REASON, MAID, 1987 | Pencil lower margin recto | $2,198 | Chiswick Auctions | May 2025 |
| 5 | 1959 Harley Earle Cadillac, Monument Valley, 1987, 1987 | Pencil lower margin recto | $676 | Chiswick Auctions | May 2026 |
| 6 | Chevy Belle Air, Santa Monica, California, 1987, 1987 | Pencil lower margin recto | $667 | Chiswick Auctions | Nov 2025 |
| 7 | 1956 Corvette Stingray, Monument Valley, 1987, 1987 | Pencil lower margin recto | $609 | Chiswick Auctions | May 2026 |
| 8 | WOODY IN MALIBU, 1987 | WOODY IN MALIBU | $574 | Chiswick Auctions | Nov 2024 |
| 9 | 1941 STUDEBAKER PICK-UP, 1987 | Pencil lower margin recto | $507 | Chiswick Auctions | May 2025 |
| 10 | 1940s LINCOLN-ZEPHYR V12 CONTINENTAL CABRIOLET, LOS ANGELES, 1987, 1987 | Silver gelatin print from the | $474 | Chiswick Auctions | May 2025 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 7 | $667 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 13 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Robert Dowling is a British artist with 29 auction lots recorded since 2001, median price $676. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Robert Dowling sold in 2026 for $571,973, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full Robert Dowling record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View Robert Dowling on OpeningBid →What is a Robert Dowling work worth?
Across 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Dowling work is $676.
The median Robert Dowling print sells for $609 across 3 lots.
The median Robert Dowling painting sells for $7,626 across 3 lots.
The median Robert Dowling photograph sells for $574 across 5 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 | 7 | $609 | $2,198 | 42.9% | 2026-05-21 |
| Paintings | 5 | $7,626 | $571,973 | 60% | 2026-06-17 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | $4,051† | $4,051† | — | 2019-09-26 |
| Photography | 5 | $574 | $676 | — | 2026-05-21 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Robert Dowling's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (7 lots) median $609 with 42.9% sell-through. Paintings (5 lots) median $7,626, record $571,973. A typical Robert Dowling painting sells for around 13× the price of a typical print.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2026 | $571,973 |
| Paintings | 2007 | $7,626 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $4,051† |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $2,198 |
| Photography | 2026 | $676 |
| Photography | 2025 | $667 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $609 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Robert Dowling worth?
Across 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Dowling work is $676. The median Robert Dowling print sells for $609 across 3 lots. The median Robert Dowling painting sells for $7,626 across 3 lots. The median Robert Dowling photograph sells for $574 across 5 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Robert Dowling's auction record?
Robert Dowling's auction record is $571,973, set in 2026.
See the full Robert Dowling record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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