Robert Wilson
What is Robert Wilson’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 151 auction results for Robert Wilson at 25 houses since 2002. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,056 including buyer’s premium (middle half $400–$4,787, n=33). The auction record is $48,260 for Stalin Chairs (2026, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stalin Chairs, 1941 | Lead over fiberglass | $48,260 | Christie's | Mar 2026 |
| 2 | Einstein chair, 1985 | Conte | $45,961 | Sotheby's | Dec 2020 |
| 3 | KOOL/SNOWY OWL, 2006 | — | $44,100 | Sotheby's | Oct 2020 |
| 4 | Snowy Owl, purple (VOOM Portraits), 2007 | — | $35,560 | Christie's | Jul 2026 |
| 5 | KOOL (Snowy Owl - dark yellow), 2007 | 42-inch plasma screen, custom speakers and HD media player | $28,160 | Christie's | Oct 2026 |
| 6 | Hamletmachine, 1986 | Perforated and sheet steel | $27,720 | Christie's | May 2022 |
| 7 | Chaise 'Fritzi', 1999 | Partially frosted clear tempered glass | $25,676 | Christie's | May 2025 |
| 8 | On a Clear Day You can See Your Mother: a Chair for Agnes Martin, 1991 | Lacquer | $21,340 | Sotheby's | Nov 2021 |
| 9 | Bessie Smith Breakfast Chair | Lacquered wood | $18,750 | Sotheby's | Jun 2009 |
| 10 | Zeus Chair, circa 1994 | Bronze | $17,500 | Phillips | Dec 2013 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 5 | $5,999 |
| Other | 38 | $4,883 |
| Works on paper | 32 | $1,130 |
| Prints | 17 | $500 |
| Paintings | 14 | $235 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 11 | $4,375 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 67 | $1,672 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 20 | $1,114 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 151 results from 25 houses · How we compute these figures
Robert Wilson is a British (modern) artist with 190 auction lots recorded since 2002, median price $953. 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 Wilson sold in 2026 for $28,160, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Robert Wilson on OpeningBid →What is a Robert Wilson work worth?
Across 141 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Wilson work is $953.
The median Robert Wilson painting sells for $207 across 42 lots.
The median Robert Wilson work on paper sells for $1,134 across 41 lots.
The median Robert Wilson print sells for $400 across 21 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Robert Wilson work on papers typically sell for $889–$2,433 (the middle half of 28 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Robert Wilson paintings typically sell for $202–$367 (the middle half of 25 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 | 27 | $400† | $8,710† | 77.8% | 2026-08-18 |
| Paintings | 62 | $207† | $1,716 | 67.7% | 2026-01-07 |
| Works on Paper | 43 | $1,134† | $7,665 | 95.3% | 2026-08-18 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 8 | $4,989 | $17,500 | — | 2025-05-27 |
| Photography | 2 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 8 | $31,860 | $48,260 | — | 2026-10-01 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Robert Wilson's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (27 lots) median $400 with 77.8% sell-through. Paintings (62 lots) median $207, record $1,716. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 8 lots) the median is $31,860.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 17 | $252–$896† | $400† | $8,710† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $115–$188† | $138† | $439† |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 25 | $202–$367† | $243† | $1,716 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 13 | $344–$1,792† | $927† | $4,181 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 28 | $889–$2,433† | $1,351† | $7,665 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $3,404–$9,549 | $6,586 | $17,500 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2013 | $17,500 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2009 | $10,000 |
| Prints & Editions | 2019 | $8,710† |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $7,665 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $6,603 |
| Prints & Editions | 2010 | $5,862 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $1,716 |
| Paintings | 2023 | $762 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Robert Wilson worth?
Across 141 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Wilson work is $953. The median Robert Wilson painting sells for $207 across 42 lots. The median Robert Wilson work on paper sells for $1,134 across 41 lots. The median Robert Wilson print sells for $400 across 21 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Robert Wilson work on papers typically sell for $889–$2,433 (the middle half of 28 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Robert Wilson paintings typically sell for $202–$367 (the middle half of 25 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 Wilson painting?
Based on 42 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Wilson painting is $207. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Robert Wilson's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Wilson painting is $1,716.
What is the average price of a Robert Wilson work on paper?
Based on 41 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Wilson work on paper is $1,134. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Robert Wilson's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Wilson work on paper is $7,665.
What is the average price of a Robert Wilson print?
Based on 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Wilson print is $400. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Robert Wilson's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Wilson print is $8,710. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $8,710 (buyer's premium not included).
What is the average price of a medium Robert Wilson work on paper?
Based on 28 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Robert Wilson work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,351, 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 medium Robert Wilson painting?
Based on 25 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Robert Wilson painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $243, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Robert Wilson's auction record?
Robert Wilson's auction record is $48,260, set in 2026.
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