William Theo Brown (1919–2019)
What is William Theo Brown’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 39 auction results for William Theo Brown at 5 houses since 2006. Over the last 24 months the median price was $5,284 including buyer’s premium (middle half $3,280–$7,969, n=6). The auction record is $82,875 for Two Bathers (2025, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Two Bathers, 1964 | Painting | $82,875 | Bonhams | Jun 2025 |
| 2 | Untitled (Still Life with Lemon), 1963 | Oil paint | $45,600 | Christie's | May 2006 |
| 3 | Bathers in Lily Pond, 1963 | Painting | $20,075 | Bonhams | May 2019 |
| 4 | Horse with Swimmers at Beach, 1980 | Acrylic | $13,825 | Bonhams | May 2019 |
| 5 | Les amis, 1960 | Painting | $13,750 | Bonhams | Oct 2017 |
| 6 | Upper Delta, 1991 | Acrylic paint | $11,250 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Feb 2014 |
| 7 | Cubist Still Life with Fish, 1949 | Painting | $8,288 | Bonhams | Jun 2025 |
| 8 | Untitled, 1919 | Conte | $7,500 | Bonhams | Feb 2014 |
| 9 | Untitled, 1977 | Painting | $7,013 | Bonhams | Jun 2025 |
| 10 | Model and Cat, 1962 | Painting | $6,875 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | May 2013 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 30 | $4,188 |
| Works on paper | 7 | $1,912 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 5 | $7,500 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 30 | $3,156 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 39 results from 5 houses · How we compute these figures
William Theo Brown is an American artist with 51 auction lots recorded since 2006, median price $3,556.
A work by William Theo Brown sold in 2025 for $82,875, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View William Theo Brown on OpeningBid →What is a William Theo Brown work worth?
Across 39 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Theo Brown work is $3,556.
The median William Theo Brown painting sells for $4,000 across 31 lots.
The median William Theo Brown work on paper sells for $1,644 across 6 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) William Theo Brown paintings typically sell for $1,996–$6,458 (the middle half of 22 sold lots).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Paintings | 37 | $4,000 | $82,875 | 83.8% | 2025-09-18 |
| Works on Paper | 10 | $1,644 | $4,688 | 60% | 2023-07-26 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 22 | $1,996–$6,458 | $3,653 | $82,875 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $5,355–$8,288 | $7,500 | $11,250 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $1,188–$3,824 | $1,644 | $4,688 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2025 | $82,875 |
| Paintings | 2006 | $45,600 |
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $4,688 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $4,462 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William Theo Brown worth?
Across 39 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Theo Brown work is $3,556. The median William Theo Brown painting sells for $4,000 across 31 lots. The median William Theo Brown work on paper sells for $1,644 across 6 lots. Small (under 50 cm) William Theo Brown paintings typically sell for $1,996–$6,458 (the middle half of 22 sold lots).
What is the average price of a William Theo Brown painting?
Based on 31 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a William Theo Brown painting is $4,000.
What is William Theo Brown's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a William Theo Brown painting is $82,875.
What is the average price of a small William Theo Brown painting?
Based on 22 sold lots, the median auction price of a small William Theo Brown painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $3,653, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is William Theo Brown's auction record?
William Theo Brown's auction record is $82,875, set in 2025.
See the full William Theo Brown record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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