Alexis Smith (1949–2024)
What is Alexis Smith’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 44 auction results for Alexis Smith at 10 houses since 2000. Over the last 24 months the median price was $826 including buyer’s premium (middle half $635–$2,520, n=13). The auction record is $27,500 for Iron Sorrows (2010, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iron Sorrows, 1990 | Stop sign, aluminum, toy car and lights | $27,500 | Christie's | Nov 2010 |
| 2 | Taste Treat, 1995 | Acrylic, tempera, staples, printed paper, printed plastic and rubber insect collage on panel in artist's frame | $15,600 | Christie's | Sep 2005 |
| 3 | Bobwhite, 1986 | Matchbox and newspaper on found print, mounted on paper board | $6,930 | Christie's | Jul 2022 |
| 4 | Movies and Dreams, 1974 | Collage | $6,048 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Aug 2024 |
| 5 | Bodice Ripper, 2009 | Found oil painting, metal letter opener and book collage, in artist's frame | $5,805 | Phillips | Dec 2025 |
| 6 | Chandlerism #30, 1978 | Mixed media | $5,625 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | May 2022 |
| 7 | Alone, 1976 | Two panels--mixed media and printed paper collage on sixteen pieces of colored paper | $5,287 | Christie's | Jun 2000 |
| 8 | Big Gun, 1982 | Mixed-media collage in artist's frame | $5,000 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Oct 2017 |
| 9 | Lonesome Traveler, 1989 | Collage | $4,688 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | May 2016 |
| 10 | Sunset, 1979 | Various collage elements, including: paper wrappers, craft googly eyes, newspaper, clock hands, pencil shavings, card, Life Saver, faux feather, stickers, toy fly, dime, paper tag, modeling clay, ring, mirrors, postcard and string; on paper and cut paper, mounted to paper-covered wood | $4,032 | Sotheby's | Dec 2020 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 19 | $2,772 |
| Other | 14 | $1,630 |
| Prints | 6 | $404 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 15 | $2,520 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 25 | $2,000 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 44 results from 10 houses · How we compute these figures
Alexis Smith is an American artist with 52 auction lots recorded since 2000, median price $2,000. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Alexis Smith sold in 2025 for $5,805, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Alexis Smith on OpeningBid →What is a Alexis Smith work worth?
Across 44 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Alexis Smith work is $2,000.
The median Alexis Smith work on paper sells for $2,188 across 22 lots.
The median Alexis Smith print sells for $412 across 8 lots.
The median Alexis Smith painting sells for $8,738 across 2 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 | 9 | $412† | $6,930 | 88.9% | 2026-05-19 |
| Paintings | 2 | $8,738 | $15,600 | — | 2017-10-25 |
| Works on Paper | 25 | $2,188† | $6,048 | 88% | 2026-02-27 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $27,500 | $27,500 | — | 2010-11-11 |
| Photography | 1 | $3,810 | $3,810 | — | 2025-09-30 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $15,600 | $27,500 | — | 2022-07-20 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Alexis Smith's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (9 lots) median $412 with 88.9% sell-through. Paintings (2 lots) median $8,738, record $15,600. A typical Alexis Smith painting sells for around 21× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 3 lots) the median is $15,600.
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $1,536–$3,250 | $2,125 | $5,625 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $1,979–$4,688† | $3,125† | $6,048 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2010 | $27,500 |
| Paintings | 2005 | $15,600 |
| Prints & Editions | 2022 | $6,930 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $6,048 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $5,625 |
| Photography | 2025 | $3,810 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $2,520 |
| Paintings | 2017 | $1,875 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Alexis Smith worth?
Across 44 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Alexis Smith work is $2,000. The median Alexis Smith work on paper sells for $2,188 across 22 lots. The median Alexis Smith print sells for $412 across 8 lots. The median Alexis Smith painting sells for $8,738 across 2 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Alexis Smith work on paper?
Based on 22 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Alexis Smith work on paper is $2,188. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Alexis Smith's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Alexis Smith work on paper is $6,048.
What is the average price of a small Alexis Smith work on paper?
Based on 17 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Alexis Smith work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $2,125, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Alexis Smith's auction record?
Alexis Smith's auction record is $27,500, set in 2010.
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