Robert Foster (1895–1982)
Robert Foster is an American artist with 18 auction lots recorded since 1994, median price $216. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Robert Foster sold in 2025 for a hammer price of $1,500 (buyer's premium not included), according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Robert Foster on OpeningBid →What is a Robert Foster work worth?
Across 16 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Foster work is $216.
The median Robert Foster sculpture sells for $1,875 across 4 lots.
The median Robert Foster painting sells for $411 across 2 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 | 2 | $411 | $411 | — | 2005-12-10 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 6 | $1,875† | $5,400 | 66.7% | 2025-02-14 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2006 | $5,400 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2017 | $1,875 |
| Paintings | 2005 | $411 |
| Paintings | 2005 | $411 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Robert Foster worth?
Across 16 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Foster work is $216. The median Robert Foster sculpture sells for $1,875 across 4 lots. The median Robert Foster painting sells for $411 across 2 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Robert Foster's auction record?
Robert Foster's auction record is $5,400, set in 2006.
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