Sanford Robinson Gifford (1823–1880)
What is Sanford Robinson Gifford’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 86 auction results for Sanford Robinson Gifford at 9 houses since 1991. Over the last 24 months the median price was $108,000 including buyer’s premium (middle half $58,590–$289,800, n=11). The auction record is $2,880,999 for Sunset Over the Palisades on the Hudson (2026, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunset Over the Palisades on the Hudson, 1879 | Oil paint | $2,880,999 | Christie's | Jan 2026 |
| 2 | Fire Island Beach, 1823 | Oil paint | $2,144,000 | Christie's | May 2005 |
| 3 | Tappan Zee, 1879-80 | Oil paint | $1,179,750 | Christie's | May 2013 |
| 4 | Sunday Prayers | Oil on canvas | $750,000 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | Nov 2007 |
| 5 | Manchester Beach, Massachusetts, 1823 | Oil paint | $684,500 | Christie's | Nov 1999 |
| 6 | Lake Sunapee, New Hampshire, 1860 | Oil paint | $662,500 | Christie's | May 2021 |
| 7 | Mount Chocorua, New Hampshire, 1823 | Oil paint | $657,000 | Christie's | Nov 2007 |
| 8 | Long Branch Beach | Oil on canvas | $602,500 | Sotheby's | Dec 2008 |
| 9 | San Giorgio, Venice | Oil on canvas | $600,000 | Sotheby's | Mar 2007 |
| 10 | Mote Mountain from Echo Lake, New Hampshire, 1823 | Oil paint | $581,500 | Christie's | Dec 2002 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 69 | $175,000 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 18 | $346,900 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 53 | $76,200 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 86 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Sanford Robinson Gifford is an American artist with 103 auction lots recorded since 1991, median price $103,500. 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 Sanford Robinson Gifford sold in 2026 for $2,880,999, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 85 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Sanford Robinson Gifford work is $103,500.
The median Sanford Robinson Gifford painting sells for $116,500 across 70 lots.
The median Sanford Robinson Gifford work on paper sells for $800 across 12 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Sanford Robinson Gifford paintings typically sell for $35,560–$197,950 (the middle half of 48 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Sanford Robinson Gifford paintings typically sell for $108,000–$519,000 (the middle half of 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 77 | $116,500†‡ | $2.9M | 90.9% | 2026-04-23 |
| Works on Paper | 12 | $800†‡ | $107,550 | — | 2024-06-05 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 43 | $269,000 | $2.9M | — | 2026-01-23 |
† 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) | 48 | $35,560–$197,950†‡ | $76,850†‡ | $750,000 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 21 | $108,000–$519,000†‡ | $317,000†‡ | $2.9M |
† 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) | 11 | $652–$49,710†‡ | $800†‡ | $107,550 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 | 2026 | $2.9M |
| Paintings | 2005 | $2.1M |
| Works on Paper | 2002 | $107,550 |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $100,000 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Sanford Robinson Gifford worth?
Across 85 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Sanford Robinson Gifford work is $103,500. The median Sanford Robinson Gifford painting sells for $116,500 across 70 lots. The median Sanford Robinson Gifford work on paper sells for $800 across 12 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Sanford Robinson Gifford paintings typically sell for $35,560–$197,950 (the middle half of 48 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Sanford Robinson Gifford paintings typically sell for $108,000–$519,000 (the middle half of 21 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 Sanford Robinson Gifford painting?
Based on 70 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Sanford Robinson Gifford painting is $116,500. 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 Sanford Robinson Gifford's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Sanford Robinson Gifford painting is $2,880,999.
What is the average price of a Sanford Robinson Gifford work on paper?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Sanford Robinson Gifford work on paper is $800. 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 Sanford Robinson Gifford's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Sanford Robinson Gifford work on paper is $107,550.
What is the average price of a small Sanford Robinson Gifford painting?
Based on 48 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Sanford Robinson Gifford painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $76,850, 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 the average price of a medium Sanford Robinson Gifford painting?
Based on 21 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Sanford Robinson Gifford painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $317,000, 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 Sanford Robinson Gifford's auction record?
Sanford Robinson Gifford's auction record is $2,880,999, set in 2026.
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