Andrew Wyeth (1917–2009)
What is Andrew Wyeth’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 286 auction results for Andrew Wyeth at 29 houses since 1993. Over the last 24 months the median price was $57,150 including buyer’s premium (middle half $750–$74,325, n=18). The auction record is $23,290,000 for Day Dream (2022, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Day Dream, 1980 | Painting | $23,290,000 | Christie's | Nov 2022 |
| 2 | Ericksons, 1973 | Painting | $10,344,000 | Christie's | May 2007 |
| 3 | Above the Narrows, 1960 | Painting | $6,914,500 | Christie's | Dec 2009 |
| 4 | Off Shore, 1967 | Tempera | $6,354,500 | Christie's | May 2010 |
| 5 | Spring Fed, 1967 | Painting | $4,769,000 | Christie's | Nov 2023 |
| 6 | East Waldoboro, 1945 | Tempera | $3,588,000 | Sotheby's | Apr 2023 |
| 7 | Rum Runner (To the Westward), 1944 | Tempera on panel | $3,373,000 | Sotheby's | May 2024 |
| 8 | Oliver's Cap, 1981 | Painting | $2,415,000 | Christie's | Nov 2019 |
| 9 | The Sexton, 1950 | Painting | $2,287,500 | Christie's | Nov 2016 |
| 10 | Winter Corn Fields, 1942 | Tempera on Masonite | $1,935,500 | Sotheby's | Nov 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 17 | $2,287,500 |
| Works on paper | 93 | $82,000 |
| Other | 88 | $9,750 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $3,480,500 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 122 | $100,400 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 32 | $37,650 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 286 results from 29 houses · How we compute these figures
Andrew Wyeth is an American artist with 311 auction lots recorded since 1993, median price $28,860. 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 Andrew Wyeth sold in 2026 for $70,350, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Andrew Wyeth on OpeningBid →What is a Andrew Wyeth work worth?
Across 267 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Andrew Wyeth work is $28,860.
The median Andrew Wyeth work on paper sells for $69,300 across 135 lots.
The median Andrew Wyeth print sells for $1,050 across 62 lots.
The median Andrew Wyeth painting sells for $751,500 across 28 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Andrew Wyeth work on papers typically sell for $56,812–$212,925 (the middle half of 88 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Andrew Wyeth work on papers typically sell for $5,812–$44,062 (the middle half of 43 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 72 | $1,050†‡ | $13,000 | 86.1% | 2026-07-24 |
| Paintings | 35 | $751,500 | $23.3M | 80% | 2025-11-21 |
| Works on Paper | 144 | $69,300†‡ | $989,000 | 93.8% | 2026-04-23 |
| Photography | 5 | $700 | $2,250 | 60% | 2018-11-17 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 82 | $246,250† | $23.3M | — | 2025-11-21 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Andrew Wyeth's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (72 lots) median $1,050 with 86.1% sell-through. Paintings (35 lots) median $751,500, record $23,290,000. A typical Andrew Wyeth painting sells for around 716× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 82 lots) the median is $246,250.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 13 | $275–$1,652†‡ | $450†‡ | $2,800† |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 40 | $592–$1,313†‡ | $992†‡ | $13,000 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 22 | $142,875–$872,125 | $374,650 | $23.3M |
| large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $2.7M–$5.7M | $3.5M | $6.9M |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 43 | $5,812–$44,062†‡ | $19,000†‡ | $145,000 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 88 | $56,812–$212,925† | $104,125† | $989,000 |
† 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 | 2022 | $23.3M |
| Paintings | 2007 | $10.3M |
| Works on Paper | 2015 | $989,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2008 | $782,500 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $13,000 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $3,200† |
| Photography | 2018 | $2,250 |
| Photography | 2018 | $700 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Andrew Wyeth worth?
Across 267 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Andrew Wyeth work is $28,860. The median Andrew Wyeth work on paper sells for $69,300 across 135 lots. The median Andrew Wyeth print sells for $1,050 across 62 lots. The median Andrew Wyeth painting sells for $751,500 across 28 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Andrew Wyeth work on papers typically sell for $56,812–$212,925 (the middle half of 88 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Andrew Wyeth work on papers typically sell for $5,812–$44,062 (the middle half of 43 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 Andrew Wyeth work on paper?
Based on 135 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Andrew Wyeth work on paper is $69,300. 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 Andrew Wyeth's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Andrew Wyeth work on paper is $989,000.
What is the average price of a Andrew Wyeth print?
Based on 62 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Andrew Wyeth print is $1,050. 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 Andrew Wyeth's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Andrew Wyeth print is $13,000.
What is the average price of a Andrew Wyeth painting?
Based on 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Andrew Wyeth painting is $751,500.
What is Andrew Wyeth's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Andrew Wyeth painting is $23,290,000.
What is the average price of a medium Andrew Wyeth work on paper?
Based on 88 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Andrew Wyeth work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $104,125, 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 Andrew Wyeth work on paper?
Based on 43 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Andrew Wyeth work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $19,000, 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 Andrew Wyeth's auction record?
Andrew Wyeth's auction record is $23,290,000, set in 2022.
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