Robert Emmett Owen (1878–1957)
What is Robert Emmett Owen’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 63 auction results for Robert Emmett Owen at 13 houses since 1998. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,199 including buyer’s premium (middle half $870–$1,646, n=6). The auction record is $16,510 for Road in Winter (2026, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Road in Winter | Painting | $16,510 | Sotheby's | Jan 2026 |
| 2 | Robert Emmett Owen (1878-1957 New Rochelle, NY) | Oil on canvas | $10,200 | John Moran Auctioneers | Jun 2011 |
| 3 | Winter Reflections | Oil on canvas | $9,440 | Eldred's (Robert C. Eldred Co.) | Nov 2014 |
| 4 | Farmhouse in Winter | Oil on canvas | $8,813 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | Sep 2006 |
| 5 | Country road in winter, 1878 | Oil paint | $6,900 | Christie's | Jan 1999 |
| 6 | New England Winter, 1878 | Oil paint | $4,780 | Christie's | Jul 2002 |
| 7 | The Red Barn, 1878 | Oil paint | $4,780 | Christie's | Jul 2002 |
| 8 | The Deerfield River, Vermont | Oil on canvas | $3,738 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | May 2000 |
| 9 | Apple Tree in Spring, 1878 | Painting | $3,024 | Toomey & Co. | Apr 2023 |
| 10 | Winter Reflection, 1878 | Painting | $3,000 | Rago Arts | Jun 2020 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 57 | $1,495 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 38 | $1,813 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 18 | $992 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 63 results from 13 houses · How we compute these figures
Robert Emmett Owen is an American artist with 63 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $1,350. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Robert Emmett Owen sold in 2026 for a hammer price of $6,500 (buyer's premium not included), according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 55 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Emmett Owen work is $1,350.
The median Robert Emmett Owen painting sells for $1,397 across 58 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Robert Emmett Owen paintings typically sell for $978–$3,000 (the middle half of 37 sold 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 61 | $1,397† | $22,800 | 95.1% | 2026-09-23 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $13,355 | $22,800 | — | 2026-01-24 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 19 | $767–$1,252† | $983† | $3,738 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 37 | $978–$3,000† | $1,875† | $22,800 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2007 | $22,800 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $16,510 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Robert Emmett Owen worth?
Across 55 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Emmett Owen work is $1,350. The median Robert Emmett Owen painting sells for $1,397 across 58 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Robert Emmett Owen paintings typically sell for $978–$3,000 (the middle half of 37 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Robert Emmett Owen painting?
Based on 58 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Emmett Owen painting is $1,397. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Robert Emmett Owen's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Emmett Owen painting is $22,800.
What is the average price of a medium Robert Emmett Owen painting?
Based on 37 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Robert Emmett Owen painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,875, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a small Robert Emmett Owen painting?
Based on 19 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Robert Emmett Owen painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $983, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Robert Emmett Owen's auction record?
Robert Emmett Owen's auction record is $22,800, set in 2007.
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