Robert Frame (1924–1999)
What is Robert Frame’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 34 auction results for Robert Frame at 5 houses since 2008. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,400 including buyer’s premium (middle half $858–$2,000, n=5). The auction record is $7,000 for Pink Still Life (2017, Los Angeles Modern Auctions). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pink Still Life | Painting | $7,000 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Mar 2017 |
| 2 | Summer Still Life | Oil on canvas | $6,250 | John Moran Auctioneers | Jun 2022 |
| 3 | Shore Cliff, 1966 | Painting | $5,625 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Dec 2012 |
| 4 | Untitled (oil on canvas) | Painting | $5,513 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Oct 2010 |
| 5 | Shore View, 1980 | Painting | $5,313 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | May 2015 |
| 6 | Summer Still Life, 1961 | Painting | $3,528 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Apr 2024 |
| 7 | Summer Still Life, 1961 | Painting | $3,024 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Nov 2024 |
| 8 | Surf, 1961 | Oil on canvas | $3,000 | John Moran Auctioneers | Nov 2017 |
| 9 | Untitled (oil on canvas) | Oil on canvas | $2,812 | Freeman's Hindman | Oct 2022 |
| 10 | Still Life with Lute, 1967 | Oil on canvas | $2,250 | Clars Auction Gallery | Mar 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 32 | $1,838 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 12 | $2,500 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 18 | $1,526 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 34 results from 5 houses · How we compute these figures
Robert Frame is an American artist with 40 auction lots recorded since 2008, median price $1,800.
A work by Robert Frame sold in 2026 for $2,000, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 33 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Frame work is $1,800.
The median Robert Frame painting sells for $1,875 across 31 lots.
The median Robert Frame work on paper sells for $476 across 2 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 37 | $1,875 | $7,000 | 83.8% | 2026-09-17 |
| Works on Paper | 2 | $476 | $677 | — | 2023-06-06 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 18 | $757–$1,875 | $1,526 | $7,000 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 12 | $1,750–$3,974 | $2,500 | $6,250 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2017 | $7,000 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $6,250 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $677 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $274 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Robert Frame worth?
Across 33 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Frame work is $1,800. The median Robert Frame painting sells for $1,875 across 31 lots. The median Robert Frame work on paper sells for $476 across 2 lots.
What is the average price of a Robert Frame painting?
Based on 31 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Frame painting is $1,875.
What is Robert Frame's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Frame painting is $7,000.
What is the average price of a medium Robert Frame painting?
Based on 18 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Robert Frame painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,526, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a large Robert Frame painting?
Based on 12 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Robert Frame painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $2,500, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Robert Frame's auction record?
Robert Frame's auction record is $7,000, set in 2017.
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