Tom Otterness (b. 1952)
What is Tom Otterness’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 147 auction results for Tom Otterness at 15 houses since 2000. Over the last 24 months the median price was $15,180 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,873–$28,120, n=34). The auction record is $1,512,500 for Large Bear (2018, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Large Bear, 2000 | Bronze | $1,512,500 | Christie's | Nov 2018 |
| 2 | Gulliver, 2002 | Bronze | $252,000 | Christie's | Nov 2023 |
| 3 | Bear, 1998 | Bronze | $212,500 | Christie's | Nov 2017 |
| 4 | Kissing Spheres (Large), 2016 | Bronze | $177,800 | Sotheby's | Mar 2021 |
| 5 | Ballerina & Tin Soldier, 2001 | Bronze | $137,500 | Christie's | Sep 2018 |
| 6 | Kissing Cones, 2014 | Bronze | $127,000 | Sotheby's | Aug 2022 |
| 7 | Kissing Spheres (Medium), 2013 | Bronze | $102,400 | Sotheby's | Feb 2026 |
| 8 | Sphere Holding Cube, 2014 | Chrome steel | $100,000 | Phillips | May 2019 |
| 9 | Small Sunflower, 1997 | Bronze | $95,250 | Sotheby's | Mar 2023 |
| 10 | Ballerina & Tin Soldier, 2001 | Bronze | $87,500 | Christie's | Mar 2020 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 113 | $13,475 |
| Prints | 5 | $1,016 |
| Other | 15 | $1,005 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 27 | $49,664 |
| Large (over 120 cm) | 17 | $32,900 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 89 | $2,375 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 147 results from 15 houses · How we compute these figures
Tom Otterness is an American artist with 175 auction lots recorded since 2000, median price $7,256. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Tom Otterness sold in 2026 for $8,960, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 147 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Tom Otterness work is $7,256.
The median Tom Otterness sculpture sells for $12,362 across 111 lots.
The median Tom Otterness print sells for $984 across 6 lots.
The median Tom Otterness work on paper sells for $1,270 across 6 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Tom Otterness sculptures typically sell for $1,448–$15,240 (the middle half of 71 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Tom Otterness sculptures typically sell for $33,150–$86,425 (the middle half of 26 sold lots).
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 7 | $984 | $1,875 | 85.7% | 2025-08-21 |
| Paintings | 3 | $1,375 | $1,375 | 33.3% | 2021-04-22 |
| Works on Paper | 6 | $1,270 | $2,000 | — | 2025-12-16 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 120 | $12,362‡ | $1.5M | 92.5% | 2026-09-24 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 8 | $157,650 | $1.5M | — | 2026-02-27 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Tom Otterness's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (7 lots) median $984 with 85.7% sell-through. Paintings (3 lots) median $1,375, record $1,375. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 8 lots) the median is $157,650.
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 71 | $1,448–$15,240‡ | $6,250‡ | $65,000 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 26 | $33,150–$86,425‡ | $56,082‡ | $212,500 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 12 | $12,928–$105,388‡ | $35,200‡ | $1.5M |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2018 | $1.5M |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2023 | $252,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2015 | $2,000 |
| Prints & Editions | 2020 | $1,875 |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $1,386 |
| Paintings | 2021 | $1,375 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $1,270 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Tom Otterness worth?
Across 147 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Tom Otterness work is $7,256. The median Tom Otterness sculpture sells for $12,362 across 111 lots. The median Tom Otterness print sells for $984 across 6 lots. The median Tom Otterness work on paper sells for $1,270 across 6 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Tom Otterness sculptures typically sell for $1,448–$15,240 (the middle half of 71 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Tom Otterness sculptures typically sell for $33,150–$86,425 (the middle half of 26 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Tom Otterness sculpture?
Based on 111 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Tom Otterness sculpture is $12,362. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Tom Otterness's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Tom Otterness sculpture is $1,512,500.
What is the average price of a small Tom Otterness sculpture?
Based on 71 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Tom Otterness sculpture (small (under 50 cm)) is $6,250, 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 Tom Otterness sculpture?
Based on 26 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Tom Otterness sculpture (medium (50–120 cm)) is $56,082, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Tom Otterness's auction record?
Tom Otterness's auction record is $1,512,500, set in 2018.
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