Sam McKinniss (b. 1985)
What is Sam McKinniss’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 15 auction results for Sam McKinniss at 4 houses since 2010. Over the last 24 months the median price was $7,620 including buyer’s premium (middle half $3,810–$13,970, n=5). The auction record is $47,880 for Killer Pussy (Gabi) (2021, Phillips). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Killer Pussy (Gabi), 2015 | Oil paint | $47,880 | Phillips | Jun 2021 |
| 2 | Elvira, 2021 | Oil on linen | $32,760 | Christie's | May 2010 |
| 3 | The Terminator, 2018 | Painting | $23,220 | Phillips | Feb 2026 |
| 4 | Prince (Under the Cherry Moon), 2016 | Acrylic paint | $17,780 | Phillips | May 2024 |
| 5 | Still Life with Primroses, Pears and Pomegranates, 2018 | Oil over acrylic on canvas | $15,120 | Sotheby's | Mar 2022 |
| 6 | Lil' Kim (Crush on You), 2016 | Acrylic paint | $15,000 | Phillips | May 2018 |
| 7 | Prince George & Prince William, 2018 | Acrylic paint | $13,970 | Phillips | Nov 2024 |
| 8 | Beck (after Jeremy Blake), 2017 | Oil and acrylic on canvas | $12,065 | Sotheby's | Mar 2023 |
| 9 | Reflective Hoodie (J-Cush), 2015 | Oil, acrylic and aqua-leaf on linen | $11,970 | Sotheby's | Oct 2021 |
| 10 | Clear Eyes, 2015 | Oil on canvas | $8,125 | Sotheby's | Dec 2019 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 13 | $13,970 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $23,220 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $7,873 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 15 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Sam McKinniss is an American artist with 17 auction lots recorded since 2010, median price $12,065.
A work by Sam McKinniss sold in 2026 for $23,220, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Sam McKinniss work is $12,065.
The median Sam McKinniss painting sells for $13,970 across 13 lots.
The median Sam McKinniss work on paper sells for $5,715 across 2 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 15 | $13,970 | $47,880 | 86.7% | 2026-02-28 |
| Works on Paper | 2 | $5,715 | $7,620 | — | 2025-02-26 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $11,970–$32,760 | $23,220 | $47,880 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2021 | $47,880 |
| Paintings | 2010 | $32,760 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $7,620 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $3,810 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Sam McKinniss worth?
Across 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Sam McKinniss work is $12,065. The median Sam McKinniss painting sells for $13,970 across 13 lots. The median Sam McKinniss work on paper sells for $5,715 across 2 lots.
What is the average price of a Sam McKinniss painting?
Based on 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Sam McKinniss painting is $13,970.
What is Sam McKinniss's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Sam McKinniss painting is $47,880.
What is Sam McKinniss's auction record?
Sam McKinniss's auction record is $47,880, set in 2021.
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