Robert Slingsby (b. 1955)
What is Robert Slingsby’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 17 auction results for Robert Slingsby at 3 houses since 2014. Over the last 24 months the median price was $626 including buyer’s premium (middle half $503–$811, n=7). The auction record is $1,750 for ROBERT SLINGSBY (SOUTH AFRICAN) (2020, Westport Auction). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ROBERT SLINGSBY (SOUTH AFRICAN), 1999 | Painted with impasto. Area of inset small mirrors | $1,750 | Westport Auction | Jan 2020 |
| 2 | The Critic, 1987 | Oil on canvas | $1,678 | Strauss and Co | Apr 2014 |
| 3 | Robert Slingsby (South Africa, 1955 - ), Abstract Composition, 2008 | Acrylic on canvas | $1,506 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | Nov 2025 |
| 4 | Abstract Still Life II, 1998 | Oil on canvas | $996 | Strauss and Co | Feb 2016 |
| 5 | Robert Slingsby (South Africa, 1955 - ), Face, 2011 | Oil on canvas | $902 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | Mar 2026 |
| 6 | Red Anthuriums, 1993 | Gouache and pastel on paper | $720 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | Sep 2026 |
| 7 | Mugshot IV, 2006 | Acrylic on canvas | $626 | Strauss and Co | Sep 2025 |
| 8 | Abstract, 1989 | Oil on paper | $588 | Strauss and Co | Jul 2025 |
| 9 | Man Sitting on the Beach, 1977 | Oil on canvas | $417 | Strauss and Co | Sep 2025 |
| 10 | Robert Slingsby (South Africa, 1955 - ), Richtersveld Petroglyph, 1989 | Oil and pastel on paper | $178 | Russell Kaplan Auctioneers | May 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 8 | $949 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 17 results from 3 houses · How we compute these figures
Robert Slingsby is a South African artist with 18 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $673.
A work by Robert Slingsby sold in 2026 for $720, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Robert Slingsby on OpeningBid →What is a Robert Slingsby work worth?
Across 14 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Slingsby work is $673.
The median Robert Slingsby painting sells for $811 across 9 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 | 9 | $811 | $1,750 | — | 2025-09-30 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2 | — | — | — | 2021-11-09 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2020 | $1,750 |
| Paintings | 2014 | $1,678 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2021 | $936 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Robert Slingsby worth?
Across 14 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Slingsby work is $673. The median Robert Slingsby painting sells for $811 across 9 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Robert Slingsby's auction record?
Robert Slingsby's auction record is $1,750, set in 2020.
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