MCGINNESS, RYAN (b. 1972)
What is MCGINNESS, RYAN’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 55 auction results for MCGINNESS, RYAN at 14 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $3,200 including buyer’s premium (middle half $864–$5,206, n=6). The auction record is $50,000 for Untitled (Black Hole, Blue) (2014, Phillips). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Untitled (Black Hole, Blue), 2007 | Acrylic paint | $50,000 | Phillips | Sep 2014 |
| 2 | Black Hole Tondo, 2008 | Acrylic on canvas | $44,800 | Rago Arts | Jul 2026 |
| 3 | May I Have a Large Cup of Coffee?, 2005 | Acrylic paint | $37,500 | Phillips | May 2015 |
| 4 | Untitled (acrylic on canvas, laid on panel), 2006 | Acrylic paint | $35,000 | Phillips | Mar 2014 |
| 5 | Untitled (Black Hole, Black) | Acrylic on wood panel | $33,000 | Sotheby's | Jun 2009 |
| 6 | Cosmos Sensation Mix, 2006 | Acrylic paint | $22,500 | Phillips | Mar 2014 |
| 7 | Oberon | Acrylic on wood panel | $20,625 | Sotheby's | Jun 2009 |
| 8 | The Need for Enemies, 2006 | Acrylic paint | $20,578 | Phillips | Feb 2014 |
| 9 | Another Forrest, 2006 | Panel | $20,074 | Phillips | Dec 2017 |
| 10 | Ancient Astronauts, 2013 | Acrylic on plywood | $19,120 | Christie's | Dec 2017 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 30 | $11,002 |
| Prints | 7 | $1,778 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 21 | $18,215 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 16 | $4,250 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 55 results from 14 houses · How we compute these figures
MCGINNESS, RYAN is an American artist with 94 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $5,285. 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 MCGINNESS, RYAN sold in 2026 for $5,320, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 55 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a MCGINNESS, RYAN work is $5,285.
The median MCGINNESS, RYAN painting sells for $14,896 across 25 lots.
The median MCGINNESS, RYAN print sells for $840 across 17 lots.
The median MCGINNESS, RYAN work on paper sells for $2,170 across 3 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 | 25 | $840†‡ | $20,074 | 68% | 2026-09-10 |
| Paintings | 33 | $14,896‡ | $50,000 | 75.8% | 2026-07-22 |
| Works on Paper | 6 | $2,170 | $5,250 | 50% | 2026-05-19 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $7,500 | $7,500 | — | 2020-07-17 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $44,800 | $50,000 | — | 2026-07-22 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
MCGINNESS, RYAN's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (25 lots) median $840 with 68% sell-through. Paintings (33 lots) median $14,896, record $50,000. A typical MCGINNESS, RYAN painting sells for around 18× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 3 lots) the median is $44,800.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 11 | $162–$1,754†‡ | $800†‡ | $5,320 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $854–$9,375‡ | $6,930‡ | $15,000 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 16 | $13,626–$33,500 | $19,849 | $50,000 |
‡ 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 | 2014 | $50,000 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $44,800 |
| Prints & Editions | 2017 | $20,074 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2020 | $7,500 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $5,320 |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $5,250 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $2,170 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a MCGINNESS, RYAN worth?
Across 55 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a MCGINNESS, RYAN work is $5,285. The median MCGINNESS, RYAN painting sells for $14,896 across 25 lots. The median MCGINNESS, RYAN print sells for $840 across 17 lots. The median MCGINNESS, RYAN work on paper sells for $2,170 across 3 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 MCGINNESS, RYAN painting?
Based on 25 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a MCGINNESS, RYAN painting is $14,896. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is MCGINNESS, RYAN's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a MCGINNESS, RYAN painting is $50,000.
What is the average price of a MCGINNESS, RYAN print?
Based on 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a MCGINNESS, RYAN print is $840. 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 MCGINNESS, RYAN's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a MCGINNESS, RYAN print is $20,074.
What is the average price of a large MCGINNESS, RYAN painting?
Based on 16 sold lots, the median auction price of a large MCGINNESS, RYAN painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $19,849, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a medium MCGINNESS, RYAN print?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium MCGINNESS, RYAN print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $800, 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 MCGINNESS, RYAN's auction record?
MCGINNESS, RYAN's auction record is $50,000, set in 2014.
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