Robin Philipson (1916–1992)
What is Robin Philipson’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 83 auction results for Robin Philipson at 11 houses since 2007. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,335 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,012–$3,148, n=35). The auction record is $30,474 for POPPIES AND STRIPES (2024, Lyon & Turnbull). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | POPPIES AND STRIPES, 1991-1992 | Signed and dated 1991/92 on the backboard, oil on board | $30,474 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2024 |
| 2 | ICONOSTASIS 1 | <p>Signed on the overlap, oil on canvas</p> | $15,752 | Lyon & Turnbull | Dec 2025 |
| 3 | Study for 'Encore', 1916 | Pastel | $14,066 | Christie's | Oct 2007 |
| 4 | INNOCENT STORY (CAROUSEL), 1986 | Signed verso, signed and inscribed ‘Do Not Varnish’ to stretcher, oil on canvas | $12,883 | Lyon & Turnbull | Aug 2026 |
| 5 | Monkey, 1916 | Oil paint | $12,276 | Christie's | Oct 2007 |
| 6 | Pears and Cherries, 1916 | Pastel | $10,230 | Christie's | Oct 2007 |
| 7 | Strawman, 1963 | Oil paint | $9,757 | Christie's | Dec 2010 |
| 8 | THE COVERING SEA, C.1985 | <p>Signed stretcher verso, oil on canvas</p> | $8,922 | Lyon & Turnbull | Jan 2025 |
| 9 | STILL LIFE WITH A PLATE OF FISH AND BOWL OF FRUIT, 1916 | Oil on board | $7,741 | Sworders | Jan 2019 |
| 10 | Madonna and Child, 1916 | Oil paint | $7,574 | Christie's | Mar 2010 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 35 | $3,205 |
| Works on paper | 31 | $1,229 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $5,775 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 22 | $3,353 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 40 | $1,278 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 83 results from 11 houses · How we compute these figures
Robin Philipson is a British (modern) artist with 90 auction lots recorded since 2007, median price $2,405. 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 Robin Philipson sold in 2026 for $12,883, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Robin Philipson on OpeningBid →What is a Robin Philipson work worth?
Across 77 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robin Philipson work is $2,405.
The median Robin Philipson painting sells for $3,205 across 44 lots.
The median Robin Philipson work on paper sells for $1,363 across 37 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Robin Philipson work on papers typically sell for $930–$1,423 (the middle half of 26 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Robin Philipson paintings typically sell for $2,910–$8,627 (the middle half of 22 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 | 2 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Paintings | 48 | $3,205†‡ | $30,474 | 91.7% | 2026-08-12 |
| Works on Paper | 42 | $1,363‡ | $14,066 | 88.1% | 2026-08-12 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $16,211‡ | $30,474 | — | 2026-04-29 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 20 | $1,500–$3,987‡ | $2,774‡ | $12,276 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 22 | $2,910–$8,627†‡ | $4,321†‡ | $30,474 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 26 | $930–$1,423‡ | $1,173‡ | $14,066 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $2,432–$3,782‡ | $2,674‡ | $3,995 |
‡ 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 | 2024 | $30,474 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $16,211‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2007 | $14,066 |
| Works on Paper | 2007 | $10,230 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Robin Philipson worth?
Across 77 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robin Philipson work is $2,405. The median Robin Philipson painting sells for $3,205 across 44 lots. The median Robin Philipson work on paper sells for $1,363 across 37 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Robin Philipson work on papers typically sell for $930–$1,423 (the middle half of 26 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Robin Philipson paintings typically sell for $2,910–$8,627 (the middle half of 22 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 Robin Philipson painting?
Based on 44 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robin Philipson painting is $3,205. 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 Robin Philipson's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robin Philipson painting is $30,474.
What is the average price of a Robin Philipson work on paper?
Based on 37 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robin Philipson work on paper is $1,363. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Robin Philipson's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robin Philipson work on paper is $14,066.
What is the average price of a small Robin Philipson work on paper?
Based on 26 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Robin Philipson work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,173, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a medium Robin Philipson painting?
Based on 22 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Robin Philipson painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $4,321, 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 Robin Philipson's auction record?
Robin Philipson's auction record is $30,474, set in 2024.
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