Alan Shields (1944–2005)
What is Alan Shields’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 63 auction results for Alan Shields at 17 houses since 2004. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,118 including buyer’s premium (middle half $494–$2,992, n=12). The auction record is $45,000 for Hemmi for Paula (2021, Santa Fe Art Auction). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hemmi for Paula, 1975 | Acrylic, beads, thread, string | $45,000 | Santa Fe Art Auction | May 2021 |
| 2 | Run Lucy | Mixed media on sewn cotton | $43,750 | Freeman's Hindman | Dec 2021 |
| 3 | 3, 4, 5, 6 Preponderus Chool, 1969 | Acrylic paint | $37,800 | Phillips | Sep 2022 |
| 4 | Wil Cal, 1970 | Acrylic, thread and beads on unstretched canvas | $24,320 | Sotheby's | Jul 2026 |
| 5 | Squaw Lace, 1973 | Acrylic, pigment, rope, embroidery and glass beads on fabric | $13,970 | Phillips | Sep 2023 |
| 6 | Untitled (oil and embroidery on canvas), 1982 | Embroidery | $9,375 | Wright | Jul 2019 |
| 7 | Untitled (watercolor, string and torn paper), 1944 | Watercolor | $8,125 | Rago Arts | Nov 2017 |
| 8 | Three works: (i) Flock Pool, (ii) Eggs are Ready, (iii) My Sweet Daddy Back, 1986 | Watercolor, stitching on handmade paper | $6,875 | Phillips | Mar 2014 |
| 9 | Eight Prints, 1981 | Eight mixed media prints on handmade wove paper | $5,080 | Sotheby's | Mar 2023 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Equatorial Route, 1985 | Woodcuts | $5,625 | Rago Arts | May 2021 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 6 | $16,848 |
| Works on paper | 21 | $1,560 |
| Prints | 19 | $1,125 |
| Other | 13 | $953 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 10 | $11,673 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 26 | $1,243 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 23 | $975 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 63 results from 17 houses · How we compute these figures
Alan Shields is an American artist with 83 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $1,408. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Alan Shields sold in 2026 for $1,408, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Alan Shields on OpeningBid →What is a Alan Shields work worth?
Across 63 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Alan Shields work is $1,408.
The median Alan Shields print sells for $956 across 30 lots.
The median Alan Shields painting sells for $5,448 across 8 lots.
The median Alan Shields work on paper sells for $1,750 across 7 lots.
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 31 | $956† | $5,625 | 96.8% | 2026-06-12 |
| Paintings | 9 | $5,448 | $37,800 | 88.9% | 2026-07-07 |
| Works on Paper | 7 | $1,750† | $6,875 | — | 2026-10-08 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | — | 2009-09-17 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $40,775 | $45,000 | — | 2026-07-07 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Alan Shields's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (31 lots) median $956 with 96.8% sell-through. Paintings (9 lots) median $5,448, record $37,800. A typical Alan Shields painting sells for around 5.7× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 4 lots) the median is $40,775.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 14 | $606–$1,188 | $904 | $3,000 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 15 | $378–$1,405† | $938† | $5,625 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $2,500–$24,320 | $9,375 | $37,800 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2022 | $37,800 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $24,320 |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $6,875 |
| Prints & Editions | 2021 | $5,625 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $3,800 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $2,816 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2009 | $2,500 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Alan Shields worth?
Across 63 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Alan Shields work is $1,408. The median Alan Shields print sells for $956 across 30 lots. The median Alan Shields painting sells for $5,448 across 8 lots. The median Alan Shields work on paper sells for $1,750 across 7 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Alan Shields print?
Based on 30 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Alan Shields print is $956. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Alan Shields's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Alan Shields print is $5,625.
What is the average price of a medium Alan Shields print?
Based on 15 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Alan Shields print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $938, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a small Alan Shields print?
Based on 14 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Alan Shields print (small (under 50 cm)) is $904, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Alan Shields's auction record?
Alan Shields's auction record is $45,000, set in 2021.
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