Ronald Davis (1937–2025)
What is Ronald Davis’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 45 auction results for Ronald Davis at 17 houses since 2006. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,323 including buyer’s premium (middle half $634–$19,892, n=10). The auction record is $28,160 for Pink Mirror (2026, Rago Arts). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pink Mirror, 1969 | Polyester resin and fiberglass in two parts | $28,160 | Rago Arts | Jul 2026 |
| 2 | Diagonal Rectangle XV, 1971 | Polyester resin and fiberglass | $25,600 | Rago Arts | Sep 2026 |
| 3 | Slab Float, 1975 | Cel-vinyl acrylics on canvas | $25,600 | Freeman's Hindman | Oct 2026 |
| 4 | Untitled (Crab Series), 1967 | Molded polyester resin and fiberglass | $13,750 | Christie's | Dec 2018 |
| 5 | Diagonal Rectangle XV, 1971 | Polyester resin and fiberglass | $11,875 | Christie's | Dec 2018 |
| 6 | YELLOW HINGE, 2001 | Acrylic on Komatex PVC | $10,625 | Sotheby's | Jul 2019 |
| 7 | Untitled (pigmented polyester resin on card stock), 1972 | Pigmented polyester resin on card stock | $8,750 | Phillips | May 2015 |
| 8 | Octagon Ring Formation (PTG 712), 1937 | Acrylic | $5,625 | Bonhams | Oct 2014 |
| 9 | Horizon Frame, 1972 | Polyester resin on fiberglass | $5,000 | Christie's | Dec 2017 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yellow Brick, 1983 | Lithograph in colors on Arches Cover paper | $4,000 | Christie's | May 2018 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 6 | $1,300 |
| Other | 10 | $1,085 |
| Works on paper | 5 | $1,008 |
| Prints | 12 | $708 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 8 | $11,250 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $1,015 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 21 | $1,000 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 45 results from 17 houses · How we compute these figures
Ronald Davis is an American artist with 93 auction lots recorded since 2006, median price $1,004. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Ronald Davis sold in 2026 for $25,600, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Ronald Davis on OpeningBid →What is a Ronald Davis work worth?
Across 43 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ronald Davis work is $1,004.
The median Ronald Davis print sells for $502 across 14 lots.
The median Ronald Davis painting sells for $1,362 across 7 lots.
The median Ronald Davis work on paper sells for $1,008 across 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 20 | $502† | $4,000 | 70% | 2025-09-28 |
| Paintings | 14 | $1,362 | $10,625 | 50% | 2026-09-17 |
| Works on Paper | 13 | $1,008 | $3,050 | 38.5% | 2024-02-20 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 5 | $13,750 | $28,160 | — | 2026-09-23 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $25,600 | $28,160 | — | 2026-10-01 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Ronald Davis's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (20 lots) median $502 with 70% sell-through. Paintings (14 lots) median $1,362, record $10,625. A typical Ronald Davis painting sells for around 2.7× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 3 lots) the median is $25,600.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 14 | $399–$950† | $502† | $4,000 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $1,000–$1,600 | $1,125 | $5,625 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $28,160 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $25,600 |
| Paintings | 2019 | $10,625 |
| Paintings | 2014 | $5,625 |
| Prints & Editions | 2018 | $4,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2010 | $3,050 |
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $1,500 |
| Prints & Editions | 2019 | $1,250 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ronald Davis worth?
Across 43 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ronald Davis work is $1,004. The median Ronald Davis print sells for $502 across 14 lots. The median Ronald Davis painting sells for $1,362 across 7 lots. The median Ronald Davis work on paper sells for $1,008 across 5 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Ronald Davis print?
Based on 14 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ronald Davis print is $502. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Ronald Davis's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ronald Davis print is $4,000.
What is the average price of a Ronald Davis painting?
Based on 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ronald Davis painting is $1,362.
What is Ronald Davis's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ronald Davis painting is $10,625.
What is the average price of a Ronald Davis work on paper?
Based on 5 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ronald Davis work on paper is $1,008.
What is Ronald Davis's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ronald Davis work on paper is $3,050.
What is the average price of a medium Ronald Davis print?
Based on 14 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Ronald Davis print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $502, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Ronald Davis's auction record?
Ronald Davis's auction record is $28,160, set in 2026.
See the full Ronald Davis record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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