Robert Henri (1865–1929)
What is Robert Henri’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 134 auction results for Robert Henri at 22 houses since 1988. Over the last 24 months the median price was $12,255 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,823–$93,775, n=11). The auction record is $842,500 for Young Buck of the Tesuque Pueblo (2008, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Young Buck of the Tesuque Pueblo | Oil on canvas | $842,500 | Sotheby's | Dec 2008 |
| 2 | Francisquita, 1923 | Oil paint | $769,000 | Christie's | Nov 2007 |
| 3 | Conchita | Oil on canvas | $762,000 | Sotheby's | May 2023 |
| 4 | Berna | Oil on canvas | $685,000 | Sotheby's | Nov 2007 |
| 5 | The Blue Plaid Dress (Annie), 1927 | Oil paint | $602,500 | Christie's | Dec 2010 |
| 6 | Francine, 1921 | Oil paint | $601,000 | Christie's | Nov 2007 |
| 7 | Florencia, 1917 | Oil paint | $483,750 | Christie's | May 2013 |
| 8 | Juanita in Blue, 1917 | Oil paint | $478,800 | Christie's | Apr 2023 |
| 9 | Nelson Cooper--Gypsy Boy, 1915 | Oil paint | $458,500 | Christie's | Dec 2010 |
| 10 | Pegeen, 1926 | Oil paint | $455,500 | Christie's | Dec 2004 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 7 | $64,625 |
| Paintings | 60 | $51,533 |
| Works on paper | 52 | $1,285 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 48 | $151,250 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 63 | $2,200 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 134 results from 22 houses · How we compute these figures
Robert Henri is an American artist with 164 auction lots recorded since 1988, median price $7,270. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Robert Henri sold in 2026 for $12,255, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Robert Henri on OpeningBid →What is a Robert Henri work worth?
Across 130 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Henri work is $7,270.
The median Robert Henri painting sells for $50,190 across 61 lots.
The median Robert Henri work on paper sells for $1,202 across 56 lots.
The median Robert Henri print sells for $2,112 across 2 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Robert Henri work on papers typically sell for $453–$2,181 (the middle half of 50 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Robert Henri paintings typically sell for $48,260–$314,000 (the middle half of 41 sold lots).
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 3 | $2,112 | $3,125 | 66.7% | 2015-04-21 |
| Paintings | 72 | $50,190† | $769,000 | 84.7% | 2026-06-16 |
| Works on Paper | 62 | $1,202†‡ | $45,600 | 90.3% | 2026-09-17 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 29 | $290,500 | $842,500 | — | 2026-05-21 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Robert Henri's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (3 lots) median $2,112 with 66.7% sell-through. Paintings (72 lots) median $50,190, record $769,000. A typical Robert Henri painting sells for around 24× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 29 lots) the median is $290,500.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 19 | $11,420–$24,100 | $14,400 | $52,875 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 41 | $48,260–$314,000† | $200,000† | $769,000 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 50 | $453–$2,181†‡ | $1,064†‡ | $6,985 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $2,375–$4,830 | $3,909 | $45,600 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2007 | $769,000 |
| Paintings | 2023 | $762,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2005 | $45,600 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $6,985 |
| Prints & Editions | 2015 | $3,125 |
| Prints & Editions | 2002 | $1,100 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Robert Henri worth?
Across 130 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Henri work is $7,270. The median Robert Henri painting sells for $50,190 across 61 lots. The median Robert Henri work on paper sells for $1,202 across 56 lots. The median Robert Henri print sells for $2,112 across 2 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Robert Henri work on papers typically sell for $453–$2,181 (the middle half of 50 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Robert Henri paintings typically sell for $48,260–$314,000 (the middle half of 41 sold lots). Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Robert Henri painting?
Based on 61 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Henri painting is $50,190. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Robert Henri's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Henri painting is $769,000.
What is the average price of a Robert Henri work on paper?
Based on 56 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Henri work on paper is $1,202. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Robert Henri's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Henri work on paper is $45,600.
What is the average price of a small Robert Henri work on paper?
Based on 50 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Robert Henri work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,064, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a medium Robert Henri painting?
Based on 41 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Robert Henri painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $200,000, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Robert Henri's auction record?
Robert Henri's auction record is $842,500, set in 2008.
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